Ooh, Train Robbery
Ooh, Train Robbery

Ooh, Train Robbery

1991Movie70 minRussian

A high-crime investigator goes to the scene where corruption and crime have taken on new and sophisticated forms in the mountainous southern region of the country. Under the guise of a random train robbery, individual cars loaded with waste from metallurgical production - and essentially enriched gold ore - are stolen. The kidnappers have all the means at their disposal. They mercilessly kill those who try to stop them from stealing tons of gold...

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IMDb5.5/10
Director: Charles L. CampbellGenres: Western, Action, Crime

Plot Summary

In the rugged American West, a notorious outlaw plans and executes a daring train robbery. The heist, however, goes awry, attracting the attention of a determined lawman who relentlessly pursues the criminals. The film follows the escalating cat-and-mouse game between the robber and the law, set against the unforgiving backdrop of the frontier.

Critical Reception

Train Robbery received a mixed reception from critics, with some praising its classic Western elements and action sequences, while others found its plot predictable and lacking in originality. Audience reception was similarly divided, with viewers appreciating the genre conventions but wishing for more depth.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its straightforward action and traditional Western atmosphere.
  • Criticized for a familiar plot and underdeveloped characters.
  • Seen as a decent, if unexceptional, entry in the Western genre.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Train Robbery are scarce, but those available generally note it as a straightforward Western film that delivers on basic action and period setting, though it doesn't offer much in terms of unique storytelling or compelling performances.

Fun Fact

Despite its Western theme, the film was reportedly shot in various locations known for their desert landscapes, contributing to its authentic frontier feel.

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