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Five crazies on the track
A group of friends, artists and mechanics invent a unique, high-powered car carburetor that will allow them to win an important race. The device is stolen, and the prime suspect is the girlfriend of one of them. In their quest to recover it, they become involved in a madcap race of intrigue, confusion, and entanglements, in which the protagonists display all their histrionics and comedy.
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Plot Summary
In this Western, a group of friends heads west to start a ranch. Upon arrival, they discover that a crooked politician is attempting to seize their land through illegal means. The friends must band together to thwart his plans and protect their new home.
Critical Reception
This straightforward Western was a typical B-movie of its era, appealing to audiences who enjoyed action-packed horse operas. While not critically acclaimed, it provided predictable entertainment for its target demographic.
What Reviewers Say
A standard Western with familiar plot elements.
Offers predictable action and a clear hero-villain dynamic.
Satisfies fans of the genre with its classic Western tropes.
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Fun Fact
J. P. McGowan, the director, was a prolific filmmaker in the early days of Hollywood, often working on Westerns and serials.
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