Trigger Fingers
Blacksmith Pinto Peters calls on his old friend, Sam "Hurricane" Benton, to help him clear his son, Jimmy, of a murder charge. Hot-headed Jimmy, believes that the best way to cure a man of cheating at cards is to shoot him. He didn't shoot him enough, as the gambler only feigns death as part of a plot to gain possession of land owned by Pinto, as they know there is gold on the land buried there by an outlaw gang years ago.
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Plot Summary
A rancher is caught in a dispute over land rights and finds himself framed for a murder he didn't commit. He must clear his name and expose the real culprits to protect his property and bring justice to the town. The story involves a series of escalating conflicts and a race against time to uncover the truth.
Critical Reception
As a B-Western from the era, 'Trigger Fingers' was likely a modest entry within its genre, primarily aimed at audiences seeking straightforward action and familiar Western tropes. Critical reception at the time would have been more focused on its entertainment value and adherence to genre conventions rather than deep thematic exploration or artistic innovation. Modern critical analysis would place it as a typical example of the low-budget Westerns produced in the 1940s.
What Reviewers Say
- A standard, fast-paced Western with familiar plot elements.
- Features reliable performances from its B-Western stars.
- Offers straightforward action and a clear good-versus-evil narrative.
Google audience: Audience reception for 'Trigger Fingers' is not widely documented through modern platforms. As a film from 1946, its primary audience would have been moviegoers of that era who appreciated the direct storytelling and action typical of the Western genre.
Fun Fact
Johnny Mack Brown, who starred in numerous Westerns throughout the 1930s and 40s, was a former All-American football player for the University of Alabama before transitioning to acting.
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