West of the Divide
West of the Divide

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West of the Divide

1934
Movie
54 min
English

Ted Hayden impersonates a wanted man and joins Gentry's gang only to learn later that Gentry was the one who killed his father.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Arthur LubinGenres: Western, Romance

Plot Summary

In this classic Western, a young rancher faces tough challenges as he tries to protect his land and win the heart of the woman he loves. Amidst conflicts with a ruthless cattle baron and the harsh realities of the frontier, he must prove his courage and integrity to secure his future and the safety of his beloved.

Critical Reception

As a product of its time, 'West of the Divide' was generally well-received by audiences who appreciated its straightforward narrative and classic Western tropes. Critical reviews from the era often highlighted its action sequences and the performances of its lead actors, fitting into the popular B-movie Western genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its traditional Western elements and straightforward storytelling.

  • Hoot Gibson's performance was often cited as a highlight, fitting his established cowboy persona.

  • The film was seen as an enjoyable, if formulaic, entry in the Western genre of the 1930s.

Google audience: Audience reception information for 'West of the Divide' is not widely available through current Google reviews.

Fun Fact

Arthur Lubin, the director, would go on to have a prolific career in both film and television, directing episodes of iconic shows like 'The Twilight Zone' and 'Columbo'.

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CinemaSerf

CinemaSerf

I have recently seen a colourised version of this Lone Star effort, and it's quite an enjoyable outing for the duo of John Wayne ("Tom") and his lively, dependable sidekick "Gabby" Hayes, Sure, the story is a variation on a well-known theme...