Song of the Gringo
Song of the Gringo

Song of the Gringo

1936Movie62 minEnglish

In his film debut Ritter is sent to investigate miners being killed and their mines confiscated. The culprit is Evans and after Tex joins the gang, he is sent to kill two more miners. When Estaban is killed, Tex is put on trial for all three murders.

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IMDb6.0/10
Director: John P. McCarthyGenres: Western, Musical

Plot Summary

A rancher's son, known for his singing, falls for a young woman who arrives at the ranch. He must then contend with rustlers and protect his family's land. The story unfolds with musical numbers interspersed with typical Western action and melodrama.

Critical Reception

As a low-budget B-Western from the 1930s, 'Song of the Gringo' was primarily a vehicle for its star and its musical elements. Contemporary reviews often focused on the singing performances and the straightforward plot, typical for the genre at the time. It is not widely critically reviewed by modern standards but is remembered as an example of the musical Western.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its musical numbers and the charm of its lead.
  • A straightforward Western plot that serves as a vehicle for songs.
  • Typical of the B-Western genre of its era.

Google audience: Audience reception for 'Song of the Gringo' is not widely documented through modern platforms like Google Reviews. As a film from 1936, its viewership and specific audience feedback are largely historical and difficult to quantify.

Fun Fact

The film is noted for its integration of musical performances, a common but not universal feature in Westerns of this period, attempting to appeal to a broader audience by combining genres.

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