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The Land That Dies
In Vendée, an old farmer is gradually abandoned by his family who do not see their future in the fields. Only a cripple in love and abandoned remain at his side.
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Plot Summary
In this Western drama, a struggling rancher faces relentless adversity from a greedy railroad baron who seeks to seize his land. The baron employs nefarious tactics, including manipulating the local justice system and inciting violence, to drive the rancher out. The rancher must rally his loyal hands and fight for his home against overwhelming odds.
Critical Reception
As a low-budget Western from 1936, 'The Land That Dies' received a limited critical release and is not widely reviewed by modern standards. Contemporary reviews, where available, likely focused on its adherence to Western tropes and its straightforward narrative. Audience reception would have been typical for B-Westerns of the era, appreciated by fans of the genre.
What Reviewers Say
A standard, if unremarkable, Western narrative.
Features archetypal characters common to the genre.
Relies on familiar plot points of land disputes and frontier justice.
Google audience: Information regarding specific Google user reviews for 'The Land That Dies' is not readily available, typical for films of this age and production level.
Fun Fact
The film was produced by George A. Hirliman, who was known for producing a series of Westerns starring George Houston during the 1930s.
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