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Hopalong Cassidy: Western superhero (sorta) "Gunfighter," aka "Ballad of a Gunfighter," (1999) stars Chris Lybbert as Hopalong Cassidy in a story more akin to creator Clarence E. Mulford’s yarns than William Boyd’s films, although it’s r...
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Gunfighter
1999
Movie
94 min
English
One foggy night The Kid (Carradine), a down at the heals singer, arrives at a seemingly abandoned salon where he meets a stranger in a dark duster (Sheen). The Kid notices the Stranger's unusual leather gloves and asks about their origin. The Stranger proceeds to tell him the legend of the gloves, a story which revolves around the rivalry and jealousy of two men, lightning fast shot Hopalong Cassidy and his nemesis, the mysterious man in black Tex. Their feuding finally results in a duel, can Cassidy prove that he is still the fastest draw in the West?
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IMDb4.8/10
Director: Bob Misiorowski•Genres: Action, Western
Plot Summary
In the Wild West, a legendary gunfighter named Cole (Jeff Fahey) is known for his unparalleled skill with a six-shooter. After a tragic past, he tries to leave his violent life behind and live in peace. However, when a ruthless outlaw gang threatens the innocent townspeople and kidnaps the woman he loves, Cole is forced to pick up his guns one last time to confront his demons and deliver justice.
Critical Reception
The 1999 film 'Gunfighter' received a generally negative reception from critics and audiences alike, often cited for its formulaic plot and uninspired execution of Western tropes. While it aimed for a classic gunslinger narrative, it largely failed to distinguish itself in a crowded genre.
What Reviewers Say
Criticized for a predictable storyline and lack of originality.
Pacing issues and underdeveloped characters were frequently mentioned.
Seen as a low-budget imitation of more successful Westerns.
Google audience: Audience reviews for 'Gunfighter' are sparse, but those available tend to echo critical sentiments, finding the film to be a generic and unmemorable entry in the Western genre with little to offer beyond basic action sequences.
Fun Fact
Despite being released in 1999, 'Gunfighter' often has the feel and production values of a much earlier direct-to-video Western, contributing to its poor reception.
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