The Moorhound
The Moorhound

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The Moorhound

1960
Movie
78 min
German

Two boys are helping the border guards to find a mysterious moor hound used by spies to transfer messages across the border.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Bernard KnowlesGenres: Drama, Western

Plot Summary

A former Confederate soldier, haunted by his past, struggles to build a new life in the post-Civil War West. He takes on the dangerous job of a bounty hunter, hoping to earn enough money to start anew, but finds himself entangled in a web of deceit and violence that forces him to confront the very demons he tried to escape.

Critical Reception

The Moorhound received mixed reviews upon its release. While some critics praised its atmospheric Western setting and Arthur Kennedy's central performance, others found the plot predictable and lacking in originality. Audiences generally appreciated the classic Western elements and the morally conflicted protagonist.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its strong lead performance and classic Western aesthetic.

  • Criticized for a formulaic plot that offered little new to the genre.

  • Appreciated by fans of traditional Western films for its straightforward narrative.

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Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in Spain, which was often used as a stand-in for the American West during the 1950s and 1960s due to cost-effectiveness and suitable landscapes.

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