Trigger Trail
The tale of Clint Farrell, an aspiring lawyer who must use both his wits and his brawn to save his town from being taken over by a villainous railroad financier.
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Plot Summary
A tough rancher, Steve Martin, is involved in a range war with an unscrupulous land baron named Jedediah Jones. Jones is determined to drive the smaller ranchers off their land by any means necessary, including murder and sabotage. Martin, aided by his loyal friends, must uncover Jones's illicit activities and expose him before the entire community is forced out.
Critical Reception
Trigger Trail is a standard, no-frills B-Western from the era. While not groundbreaking, it delivers on the expected action and plot points that fans of the genre would anticipate, featuring a capable performance from Rod Cameron in the lead role.
What Reviewers Say
- A typical Western with standard plot elements and action.
- Rod Cameron provides a solid lead performance.
- Entertaining for fans of the genre but offers little new.
Google audience: Audience reviews are generally positive, with viewers appreciating the straightforward Western narrative and action sequences typical of films from the 1940s.
Fun Fact
This film was part of Monogram Pictures' output of low-budget Westerns, often produced quickly and efficiently to meet audience demand for the genre.
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