Frontier
Frontier is an American Western anthology series that aired on NBC from September 1955, to September 1956. The series de-emphasizes gunplay and focuses on the hazards of the settlement of the American West. It was only the second anthology Western series in television history, having been preceded by Death Valley Days. Frontier aired premiered on September 25, 1955, and ran sporadically in its last five months. Walter Coy narrated the series and starred in occasional episodes, which are dramatizations based on actual events. The program was produced by Worthington Miner.
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Plot Summary
A troubled Union Army captain, struggling with his conscience after a violent mission, is tasked with escorting a former slave to freedom through hostile territory. Their journey is fraught with danger from former Confederate soldiers and the unforgiving landscape. Along the way, they encounter prejudice and violence, testing the captain's resolve and the bond forming between the two men.
Critical Reception
Frontier received mixed reviews upon its release, with critics often praising its performances and ambitious themes but finding its narrative somewhat predictable. Audiences appreciated the dramatic tension and the portrayal of the post-Civil War era.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for strong performances by Victor Mature and Sidney Poitier.
- The film tackles significant social issues of the era with a serious tone.
- Some critics found the plot to be conventional for a Western.
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Fun Fact
Anne Bancroft's role as Jane is one of her earlier significant film appearances before her breakout role in 'The Miracle Worker'.
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