Devil's Doorway
Devil's Doorway

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Devil's Doorway

1950
Movie
84 min
English

A Native American Civil War hero returns home to fight for his people.

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IMDb6.8/10
Director: Anthony MannGenres: Western, Drama, War

Plot Summary

A decorated Apache/white cavalry officer returns home from the Civil War as a hero, only to find his lands threatened and his people marginalized. He attempts to navigate the escalating conflict between white settlers and his Native American heritage, but is drawn into a violent confrontation. The film explores themes of prejudice, loyalty, and the devastating consequences of war on individuals and communities.

Critical Reception

Devil's Doorway was met with a generally positive reception from critics, who praised its mature and complex portrayal of Western themes, its anti-racist undertones, and Anthony Mann's distinctive visual style. While not a massive box office success, it has since gained recognition as a significant and progressive film within the Western genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its visually striking direction by Anthony Mann.

  • Applauded for its mature and anti-racist themes for its time.

  • Noted for a strong performance by Robert Taylor as a conflicted protagonist.

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Fun Fact

Devil's Doorway is considered one of Anthony Mann's earliest and most important Westerns, setting the stage for his later acclaimed collaborations with James Stewart.

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John Chard

John Chard

The law says an Indian ain't got no more rights than a dog. Devil's Doorway is directed by Anthony Mann. It stars Robert Taylor as Lance Poole, a Shoshone Indian who returns home to Medicine-Bow from the American Civil War after a three ...