Catlow
Catlow

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Catlow

1971
Movie
101 min
English

An outlaw tries to avoid interference as he journeys to Mexico to pull off a $2,000,000 gold robbery.

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IMDb6.4/10
Director: Jeff KanewGenres: Western, Action, Crime

Plot Summary

In this 1971 Western, Marshal Jedediah Cantrell is tasked with bringing the notorious outlaw Cash "Cat" Catlow to justice. However, Catlow is not only a wanted man but also Cantrell's former friend, complicating the pursuit. As Cantrell closes in, he uncovers a conspiracy involving stolen gold and betrayal, forcing him to question his duty and his loyalties.

Critical Reception

Catlow received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising its action sequences and the performances of its lead actors, while others found its plot predictable and lacking depth. Audiences generally enjoyed the film as a straightforward Western adventure, though it was not considered a groundbreaking entry in the genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its competent action and the charismatic presence of Yul Brynner.

  • Criticized for a formulaic plot and underdeveloped characters.

  • Considered a solid, if unoriginal, Western entertainment.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this film, but those available suggest a generally positive reception as a standard Western with good action.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in the Almería region of Spain, a popular filming site for many Westerns due to its desert landscapes that resembled the American West.

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John Chard

John Chard

You can't steal from a man just because you don't know his name. Catlow is directed by Sam Wanamaker and adapted to screenplay from the Louis L'Amour novel by Scott Finch and J.J. Griffith. It stars Yul Brynner, Richard Crenna, Leonard N...