Tombstone Terror
Jimmy Dixon, pursued by a band of Mexicans, changes clothes with a tramp, who takes off on his horse. Four miles later, Jimmy walks onto the Double-O Ranch, from which he had been thrown off four years before by his dad, who had blamed Jimmy for something that his twin brother Duke had done. Duke, home from college, took over the ranch when Mr. Dixon became ill, and has run it into the ground. When Duke goes to the bank to repay a debt to Jimmy, he rides onto Phoenix with all of the ranch money.
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Plot Summary
A young cowboy is framed for a crime he didn't commit and must prove his innocence. He finds himself entangled in a web of deception and danger as he tries to clear his name. With the help of loyal friends, he sets out to uncover the real culprits and bring them to justice.
Critical Reception
As a short Western from the 1930s, "Tombstone Terror" received standard B-movie reception of its time, primarily appealing to fans of the genre. Critical analysis from major publications of the era focused on its straightforward narrative and action sequences, typical of the Saturday matinee fare.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its fast-paced action typical of the Western shorts of the era.
- Hoot Gibson's performance was seen as a standard, reliable turn in a familiar role.
- The plot, while simple, delivered on the expected tropes of a cowboy adventure.
Google audience: Audience reception for this short film is largely uncatalogued in modern digital platforms. However, as a product of its time, it likely satisfied Western fans looking for straightforward entertainment and action.
Fun Fact
This film was part of a series of Western shorts that aimed to provide budget-friendly entertainment for audiences, often featuring established B-movie stars like Hoot Gibson.
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