The Tabasco Kid
The Tabasco Kid

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The Tabasco Kid

1932
Movie
21 min
English

A timid accountant for a California cattle ranch and a lookalike dashing bandit become rivals for the beautiful daughter of a wealthy rancher.

Insights

IMDb6.0/10
Director: George B. SeitzGenres: Western, Comedy

Plot Summary

A retired bandit, known as the Tabasco Kid, tries to go straight and live a peaceful life. However, his past reputation and the interference of a rival gang make it difficult for him to escape his old ways. He finds himself drawn back into conflict, protecting the innocent and facing off against those who underestimate his reformed nature.

Critical Reception

Released during the early days of sound film, 'The Tabasco Kid' was a typical Western of its era, blending action with light-hearted elements. While not a groundbreaking film, it provided straightforward entertainment typical of B-movies from the period, appealing to fans of Westerns and star Hoot Gibson.

What Reviewers Say

  • Offers a standard Western narrative with moments of humor.

  • Hoot Gibson delivers a familiar performance as the reformed outlaw.

  • Pacing is typical for a film of its time, with clear good vs. evil dynamics.

Google audience: Audience reception data for 'The Tabasco Kid' from 1932 is not readily available through modern platforms. However, films of this nature typically received positive, though not widespread, reactions from dedicated Western film enthusiasts of the era.

Fun Fact

The film was one of several Westerns made by George B. Seitz and starring Hoot Gibson during their collaboration in the early 1930s, often produced with modest budgets and tight shooting schedules.

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