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Colorado
Trouble in Colorado is tying up Union troops needed back east during the Civil War and Lieut. Burke is sent to investigate. Macklin and his gang are causing the problems and Capt. Mason joins them. When Burke catches up with them he also finds Mason, his brother.
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Plot Summary
A cowboy named Tex attempts to thwart a gang of rustlers who are trying to drive ranchers out of business. He teams up with a young woman who is determined to protect her family's ranch and uncover the truth behind the escalating conflicts.
Critical Reception
As a B-movie Western from 1940, "Colorado" received modest reviews typical for its genre and budget. It was appreciated for its straightforward narrative and performances, particularly from its lead, Tex Ritter, who was a popular singing cowboy of the era. The film served its purpose as light entertainment for Western fans.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for Tex Ritter's performance and singing.
Appreciated for its classic Western elements and straightforward plot.
Considered a solid, if unremarkable, entry in the B-Western genre.
Google audience: Audience reception data for "Colorado (1940)" is not readily available on Google's platform.
Fun Fact
The film features Tex Ritter, a prominent singing cowboy, performing several songs within the narrative, which was a common practice in his Westerns.
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