Assault on the Pay Train
Assault on the Pay Train

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Assault on the Pay Train

1962
Movie
102 min
Portuguese

Based on true events in Rio de Janeiro, in 1960, when a gang having the infamous outlaw Tião Medonho as a leader performed a sensational railroad hold-up on a train carrying a small fortune.

Insights

IMDb5.0/10
Director: Burt TopperGenres: Western, Action

Plot Summary

In this Western, a ruthless outlaw gang ambushes a train carrying a large payroll. The outlaws manage to steal the money but discover that one of their own members is secretly a lawman. A tense showdown ensues as the gang tries to uncover the informant before the law can catch up to them.

Critical Reception

Assault on the Pay Train received a generally negative reception from critics, with many citing its low budget, derivative plot, and subpar acting. Audience reactions were similarly lukewarm, though some viewers appreciated its straightforward action for the era.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a predictable plot and a lack of memorable characters.

  • Despite some action sequences, the production values are noticeably low.

  • Acting performances are often wooden, failing to generate genuine tension.

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Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in Kanab, Utah, a popular filming site for many Westerns during the 1950s and 60s.

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