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Gun Smoke
Following a killing and robbery in a big city back east, gang leader Kedge Darvas and some of his henchies take a train to a small western town in Idaho, with intentions of hiding out there until things cool down back in Chi or NYC, or wherever they lammed from.They are welcomed with open arms by the citizens under the impression they are there as capital investors with money to spend. Before long, Darvas figures the town is ripe for the taking and sends word for reinforcements, and each arriving train unloads a few suits and snappy-brim hats.Then they get rough, kill Sheriff Posey Meed and rile up the citizens, led by cowhand Brad Farley, who had Darvas spotted for a wrong number just by the way he made moves on Sue Vancey.
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Plot Summary
A group of outlaws attempt to rob a payroll, but a lone cowboy intervenes. He must then protect a young woman from the vengeful gang.
Critical Reception
As a short Western film from 1931, "Gun Smoke" received limited contemporary critical reviews. Its primary audience was fans of the Western genre and B-movies of the era. Modern reception is largely based on its place in the history of early Westerns.
What Reviewers Say
A straightforward and brief Western adventure.
Features standard action sequences typical of early Western shorts.
Relies on familiar tropes of the genre.
Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for this specific short film from 1931 is not readily available.
Fun Fact
Hoot Gibson, the star of "Gun Smoke," was a popular silent film cowboy actor who transitioned into early sound Westerns.
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