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Man from Canyon City
Red and Carraucho, after escaping from jail, reach the border to Mexico and are hired by Morgan, a rich silvermine owner. Disgusted by the latter's cruelty, especially against the local peones, the two support a revolt organized with the aid of Mrs. Vivian, wife of the ruthless tyrant.
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Plot Summary
When his brother is murdered, rancher Jedediah Stone takes it upon himself to bring the killer to justice. He travels to Canyon City, a rough-and-tumble town controlled by the villainous Black Bart. Jedediah faces numerous challenges and shootouts as he navigates the dangerous town and seeks vengeance for his brother's death.
Critical Reception
Man from Canyon City is a relatively obscure, low-budget Western that received a limited release. It is not widely reviewed by major critics, and its reception is generally considered lukewarm to negative among those who have seen it, often cited as a typical 'B-movie' of its era.
What Reviewers Say
A standard, if somewhat uninspired, Western plot.
Features a familiar cast of B-western actors.
Lacks the production values and narrative depth of more acclaimed Westerns.
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Fun Fact
The film is notable for featuring Richard Arlen in one of his later roles, an actor who was a significant star during Hollywood's Golden Age in the 1930s and 1940s.
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