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Black Bart (1948)

"MASTER GUNMAN! LAWLESS LOVER!"

4.519481h 20mEN
WesternCrime

Directed by George Sherman

Rating

4.5/10

Runtime

1h 20m

Language

EN

Release

February 17, 1948

Director

George Sherman

Overview

Cheerful outlaw Charlie Boles leaves former partners Lance and Jersey and heads for California, where the Gold Rush is beginning. Soon, a lone gunman in black is robbing Wells Fargo gold shipments. One fateful day, the stage he robs carries old friends Lance and Jersey...and notorious dancer Lola Mo...

Cast

Yvonne De Carlo

Yvonne De Carlo

Lola Montez

Dan Duryea

Dan Duryea

Charles E. Boles / Black Bart

Jeffrey Lynn

Jeffrey Lynn

Lance Hardeen

Percy Kilbride

Percy Kilbride

Jersey Brady

Lloyd Gough

Lloyd Gough

Sheriff Gordon

Frank Lovejoy

Frank Lovejoy

Mark Lorimer

John McIntire

John McIntire

Clark

Don Beddoe

Don Beddoe

J.T. Hall

Ray Walker

Ray Walker

MacFarland

Soledad Jiménez

Soledad Jiménez

Teresa

Eddy Waller

Eddy Waller

Ed Mason

Anne O'Neal

Anne O'Neal

Mrs. Harmon

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Black Bart (1948), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Cheerful outlaw Charlie Boles leaves former partners Lance and Jersey and heads for California, where the Gold Rush is beginning. Soon, a lone gunman in black is robbing Wells Fargo gold shipments. One fateful day, the stage he robs carries old friends Lance and Jersey...and notorious dancer Lola Montez, coming to perform in Sacramento. Black Bart and Lance become rivals for both Lola's favors and Wells Fargo's gold.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Black Bart. 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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