Two Gun Troubador
Two Gun Troubador

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Two Gun Troubador

1939
Movie
58 min
English

Twenty-two years earlier Kirk Dean murdered his brother Fred Dean Sr. Now Fred Dean Jr. is looking for his father's killer. Unknown to Fred, Bill Barton who now works for Kirk, witnessed the murder.

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IMDb5.9/10
Director: Mack V. WrightGenres: Western, Musical

Plot Summary

A singing cowboy, Gene Autry, travels to Hollywood to become a movie star, but soon finds himself embroiled in a plot involving a greedy oil tycoon. He must use his musical talents and cowboy skills to save the day and protect the innocent. The film features several musical numbers and classic Western action sequences.

Critical Reception

As a typical 'singing cowboy' Western of the era, 'Two Gun Troubadour' was generally received as light entertainment for its target audience. Critics at the time likely focused on Gene Autry's performance and the musical numbers, with plot and acting often secondary considerations in this genre. Audience reception was positive, as Autry was a massive star.

What Reviewers Say

  • Features Gene Autry's signature singing and cowboy charm.

  • A lighthearted musical Western that delivers on genre expectations.

  • The plot is predictable but engaging for fans of the era's Westerns.

Google audience: Information regarding specific Google user reviews for this 1939 film is not readily available. However, films of this nature starring Gene Autry typically garnered strong fan appreciation for their musical interludes and straightforward heroic narratives.

Fun Fact

Ann Miller, who plays the romantic lead, was already a notable dancer and actress in Hollywood before appearing in this Gene Autry picture, showcasing her versatility beyond the musical genre.

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