Blazing Six Shooters
Blazing Six Shooters

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Blazing Six Shooters

1940
Movie
61 min
English

The story revolves around a valuable silver deposit, located between two ranches. Villain Lash Bender cooks up a scheme to gain control of both ranches so that he may have a clear field to the silver lode.

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IMDb6.3/10
Director: Joseph KaneGenres: Western, Action, Crime

Plot Summary

A tough cowboy is framed for a crime he didn't commit and must clear his name while facing down a ruthless outlaw gang. He finds himself caught between the law and the criminals, with a determined young woman aiding him in his quest for justice. The film features classic Western elements of shootouts, horseback chases, and a fight for survival in the rugged frontier.

Critical Reception

As a B-Western from the era, 'Blazing Six Shooters' was a typical genre entry, appreciated by fans for its straightforward action and familiar Western tropes. Critics of the time often focused on its predictable plot but acknowledged its effectiveness as a Saturday matinee feature.

What Reviewers Say

  • Satisfyingly action-packed for Western enthusiasts.

  • A standard but enjoyable Republic Pictures Western.

  • Features the reliable presence of Bill Elliott in a heroic role.

Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews for this 1940 film is not readily available, but general audience sentiment for B-Westerns of this era typically centered on their straightforward entertainment value and action sequences.

Fun Fact

Bill Elliott, who starred as the heroic 'Wild Bill' Hickok in many films, was nicknamed 'Two-Gun' Bill and became one of Republic Pictures' biggest Western stars.

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