Buffalo Gun
Buffalo Gun

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Buffalo Gun

1961
Movie
72 min
English

In this western, the Indians claim that their government rations are being stolen and they threaten to fight back. A pair of agents look into it and bring the culprits to justice.

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IMDb5.8/10
Director: Sidney SalkowGenres: Western

Plot Summary

A group of settlers, including former Confederate soldier Jed Curry, are traveling west in a wagon train. They are led by a stern but fair leader, and face the usual dangers of the frontier: harsh terrain, unpredictable weather, and the threat of outlaws. Curry, haunted by his past, must confront his demons and protect the innocent as they journey towards a new life.

Critical Reception

Buffalo Gun is a typical B-Western of its era, offering straightforward action and familiar plot points. While it doesn't break new ground, it provides a solid hour and a half of entertainment for fans of the genre. Audie Murphy delivers his usual earnest performance as the conflicted hero.

What Reviewers Say

  • A competently made, if uninspired, Western.

  • Audie Murphy shines in a familiar but engaging role.

  • Delivers on classic Western tropes and action.

Google audience: Audience reviews are not readily available for this older film, but general sentiment for similar B-Westerns often highlights straightforward plots and satisfying action sequences.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in Technicolor, which was a common but still noteworthy feature for Westerns of this period, adding vibrancy to the frontier landscapes.

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