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Flashing Guns
After a brief mid-1940s burst of originality, Monogram's Johnny Mack Brown western series settled back into the commonplace with such entries as Flashing Guns. In this outing, Brown tries to save his pal Shelby (Raymond Hatton) from being thrown off his ranch by crooked banker Ainsworth (James E. Logan). To do this, our hero must prove that the banker is in cahoots with the local gambling boss (Douglas Evans).
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Plot Summary
When a ruthless cattle baron tries to steal land from settlers, a brave cowboy steps in to defend them. He must use his wits and his trusty guns to outsmart the villain and his henchmen. The cowboy faces danger at every turn but ultimately stands for justice.
Critical Reception
Flashing Guns is a typical B-Western of its era, offering straightforward action and a clear-cut good-versus-evil narrative. While not critically acclaimed, it provided solid entertainment for fans of the genre with its familiar tropes and capable performances from its lead.
What Reviewers Say
Reliable Western entertainment from Republic Pictures.
Monte Hale delivers a solid performance as the heroic cowboy.
Features standard Western action and a predictable plot.
Google audience: Audience reception information is not widely available for this classic B-Western.
Fun Fact
This film was part of Republic Pictures' output of low-budget Westerns, a staple of their programming during the 1940s.
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