Rangle River
Rangle River

Rangle River

1936Movie86 minEnglish

Marion Hastings returns to her father Dan's cattle property in western Queensland after being away in Europe for fifteen years. She is treated with hostility by her father's foreman, Dick Drake, and her father's neighbour, Don Lawton.

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IMDb6.0/10
Director: Stuart GilmoreGenres: Western

Plot Summary

A young ranch hand is framed for murder and must clear his name while dealing with cattle rustlers and a greedy ranch owner. He finds himself caught between his loyalty to his employer and the law, all while a woman's affections add to the complication.

Critical Reception

Upon its release, Rangle River was generally met with mixed reviews, considered a standard B-movie Western of its era. While praised for its pacing and some action sequences, critics noted its somewhat predictable plot and archetypal characters.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its straightforward Western action and competent direction.
  • Criticized for a formulaic plot and lack of originality.
  • Ann Sheridan's performance was often highlighted as a positive element.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Rangle River are scarce due to its age and status as a lesser-known film. When available, viewers typically appreciate it as a classic, unpretentious Western with enjoyable elements of the genre.

Fun Fact

This film marked one of Ann Sheridan's earlier roles before she became a major Hollywood star known as 'The Oomph Girl'.

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