Burning Gold
Burning Gold

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Burning Gold

1936
Movie
65 min
English

Jim Thornton is an independent wildcat driller in Califonia who hits a gusher and overnight riches, and marries his sweetheart that is a singer at a local saloon. But he can't handle being rich, and the marriage is on the rocks.

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IMDb5.7/10
Director: Lewis SeilerGenres: Drama, Western

Plot Summary

A young rancher inherits his father's struggling ranch and must defend it from a ruthless oil tycoon who wants to exploit the land for its potential oil reserves. He faces opposition from the tycoon's hired thugs and the skepticism of the local community. Ultimately, he must find a way to prove his worth and protect his legacy, even if it means going against powerful forces.

Critical Reception

Burning Gold is a relatively obscure B-movie Western from the 1930s. While it offers some standard Western action and a straightforward plot, it was largely overlooked by critics upon its release and is not considered a significant film in the genre. Audience reception was likely lukewarm, typical for low-budget productions of the era.

What Reviewers Say

  • A serviceable, if unexceptional, Western outing.

  • Features familiar tropes of the era without much innovation.

  • The performances are adequate for the material presented.

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Fun Fact

The film was produced by Sol Lesser, an independent producer known for several low-budget Westerns and adventures during the 1930s and 1940s.

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