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Tulsa (1949)

"Tempestuous loves! Lusty adventures! Violent hates!"

6.319491h 30mEN
Drama

Directed by Stuart Heisler

Rating

6.3/10

Runtime

1h 30m

Language

EN

Release

April 13, 1949

Director

Stuart Heisler

Overview

It's Tulsa, Oklahoma at the start of the oil boom and Cherokee Lansing's rancher father is killed in a fight with the Tanner Oil Company. Cherokee plans revenge by bringing in her own wells with the help of oil expert Brad Brady and childhood friend Jim Redbird. When the oil and the money start gush...

Cast

Susan Hayward

Susan Hayward

Cherokee Lansing

Robert Preston

Robert Preston

Brad Brady

Pedro Armendáriz

Pedro Armendáriz

Jim Redbird

Lloyd Gough

Lloyd Gough

Bruce Tanner

Chill Wills

Chill Wills

Pinky Jimpson (Narrator)

Ed Begley

Ed Begley

John J. 'Johnny' Brady (as Edward Begley)

Jimmy Conlin

Jimmy Conlin

Homer Triplette

Roland Jack

Roland Jack

Steve, Cherokee's Ranchhand

Harry Shannon

Harry Shannon

Nelse Lansing

Lola Albright

Lola Albright

Candy Williams (uncredited)

Paul E. Burns

Paul E. Burns

Tooley (uncredited)

John Dehner

John Dehner

Oilman (uncredited)

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Tulsa (1949), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

It's Tulsa, Oklahoma at the start of the oil boom and Cherokee Lansing's rancher father is killed in a fight with the Tanner Oil Company. Cherokee plans revenge by bringing in her own wells with the help of oil expert Brad Brady and childhood friend Jim Redbird. When the oil and the money start gushing in, both Brad and Jim want to protect the land but Cherokee has different ideas. What started out as revenge for her father's death has turned into an obsession for wealth and power.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Tulsa. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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