Dead for a Dollar
In 1897, veteran bounty hunter Max Borlund is deep into Mexico where he encounters professional gambler and outlaw Joe Cribbens — a sworn enemy he sent to prison years before. Max is on a mission to find and return Rachel Kidd, the wife of a wealthy businessman, who as the story is told to Max, has been abducted by Buffalo Soldier Elijah Jones. Max is ultimately faced with a showdown to save honor.
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Plot Summary
In 1897, a renowned bounty hunter is hired to find and return a fugitive businessman who has kidnapped his wife. The mission takes him deep into Mexico, where he encounters a ruthless outlaw and his gang. As the bounty hunter navigates treacherous territory and confronts moral ambiguities, he must ultimately decide whether to uphold the law or embrace the wild west's brutal realities.
Critical Reception
Dead for a Dollar received mixed reviews from critics, who praised its classic Western elements and the performances of its lead actors. However, many found the plot to be somewhat predictable and lacking in originality, ultimately deeming it a competent but not groundbreaking entry into the genre.
What Reviewers Say
- Features a solid cast delivering engaging performances.
- Appreciated for its traditional Western setting and directorial style.
- Criticized for a formulaic plot that doesn't break new ground.
Google audience: Audiences generally found the film to be a decent Western with strong acting, though some felt it lacked a unique spark or compelling narrative drive.
Fun Fact
Director Walter Hill, known for his work on films like 'The Warriors' and '48 Hrs.', returned to the Western genre he has a long-standing affinity for with this film.
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