Made when the era of the western was coming towards its end, this hard working horse opera entertains throughout, despite its one flaw - Robert Taylor.
A good plot, some fine location shooting and well directed action scenes all contribute to this. Richard Widmark gives a truly convincing performance as the psychopathic Clint Hollister and Henry Silva is a standout as the equally nasty Rennie. The only problem is Robert Taylor's po faced and mournful effort in the lead role.
Thanks to TCM I have now seen quite a few Robert Taylor vehicles but I'm yet to see one in which he's any good. Who ever thought this guy could act just mystifies me.
A good plot, some fine location shooting and well directed action scenes all contribute to this. Richard Widmark gives a truly convincing performance as the psychopathic Clint Hollister and Henry Silva is a standout as the equally nasty Rennie. The only problem is Robert Taylor's po faced and mournful effort in the lead role.
Thanks to TCM I have now seen quite a few Robert Taylor vehicles but I'm yet to see one in which he's any good. Who ever thought this guy could act just mystifies me.