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Take Me to Town (1953)

"The Rip-Roarin' Hip-Swinging Saga of VERMILLION O'TOOLE! The Fun She had and the Men She Fooled!"

5.719531h 21mEN
WesternComedy

Directed by Douglas Sirk

Rating

5.7/10

Runtime

1h 21m

Language

EN

Release

June 19, 1953

Director

Douglas Sirk

Overview

Saloon entertainer Vermilion O'Toole and her former partner in crime Newt Cole escape from a train ride to prison and hide out in logging town Timberline. Meanwhile, the three sons of widower Will Hall come to town in search of a wife for their dad. Vermilion needs to lay low to escape the marshal, ...

Cast

Ann Sheridan

Ann Sheridan

Vermillion O'Toole

Sterling Hayden

Sterling Hayden

Will Hall

Phillip Reed

Phillip Reed

Newton Cole

Lee Patrick

Lee Patrick

Rose

Lee Aaker

Lee Aaker

Corney

Harvey Grant

Harvey Grant

Petey

Dusty Henley

Dusty Henley

Bucket

Larry Gates

Larry Gates

Ed Daggett

Forrest Lewis

Forrest Lewis

Ed Higgins

Phyllis Stanley

Phyllis Stanley

Mrs. Stoffer

Dorothy Neumann

Dorothy Neumann

Felice Pickett

Ann Tyrrell

Ann Tyrrell

Louise Pickett

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Take Me to Town (1953), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Saloon entertainer Vermilion O'Toole and her former partner in crime Newt Cole escape from a train ride to prison and hide out in logging town Timberline. Meanwhile, the three sons of widower Will Hall come to town in search of a wife for their dad. Vermilion needs to lay low to escape the marshal, so she accepts the boys' offer to visit pioneer community Pine Grove. Once there, she annoys local Mrs. Grundys but eventually starts to fit in.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Take Me to Town. 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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