Hannie Caulder
Hannie Caulder

Hannie Caulder

1971Movie85 minEnglish

After she's raped by the outlaw trio who murdered her husband, a frontierswoman hires a bounty hunter to instruct her in the ways of a gun in order to exact her revenge.

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IMDb6.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes60%
Google Users75%
Director: Burt KennedyGenres: Western

Plot Summary

After her husband is murdered and her home is burned down by three outlaws, Hannie Caulder sets out on a quest for revenge. She seeks help from a bounty hunter, who teaches her how to use a gun. As Hannie becomes a skilled markswoman, she systematically tracks down the men responsible for her husband's death. The film follows her transformation from a victim into a formidable force seeking justice.

Critical Reception

Hannie Caulder received a mixed to positive reception, particularly noted for its strong female lead and revisionist Western elements. While some critics found its plot somewhat predictable, many praised Raquel Welch's performance and the film's gritty atmosphere and effective action sequences. It has since gained a cult following.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for Raquel Welch's compelling performance as a woman seeking vengeance.
  • Appreciated for its competent direction and solid Western action.
  • Considered a strong entry in the 'woman on a revenge mission' subgenre of Westerns.

Google audience: Google users generally appreciate Hannie Caulder for its classic Western themes, the performance of Raquel Welch, and its satisfying revenge narrative. While some found the pacing a bit slow, the overall sentiment is positive, with many enjoying the film's grit and action.

Fun Fact

The film's success, partly attributed to Raquel Welch's star power, helped solidify her image as a feminist icon and a strong female lead in action cinema.

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Wuchak

Wuchak

_**Violent Western with Raquel Welch, Robert Culp and… the Three Stooges**_ After three squabbling scumbags (Ernest Borgnine, Jack Elam & Strother Martin) harass a couple at a remote ranch in the Southwest, the woman (Raquel Welch) hooks...
John Chard

John Chard

I spit on your Oats! Ah sue me! I think it's great. Raquel Welch plays Hannie Caulder, a gorgeous cowgirl who is raped and left widowed by three scuzzy brothers played by Ernest Borgnine, Strother Martin and Jack Elam. Hell bent on reve...