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Blood on the Moon (1948)

"A woman's bullet kills as quick as a man's!"

6.219481h 28mEN
WesternRomance

Directed by Robert Wise

Rating

6.2/10

Runtime

1h 28m

Language

EN

Release

November 11, 1948

Director

Robert Wise

Official Trailer

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Overview

Down-and-out cowhand Jim Garry is asked by his old friend Tate Riling to help mediate a cattle dispute. When Garry arrives, however, it soon becomes clear that Riling has not been entirely forthright. Garry uncovers Riling's plot to dupe local rancher John Lufton out of a fortune. When Lufton's fire...

Cast

Robert Mitchum

Robert Mitchum

Jim Garry

Barbara Bel Geddes

Barbara Bel Geddes

Amy Lufton

Robert Preston

Robert Preston

Tate Riling

Walter Brennan

Walter Brennan

Kris Barden

Phyllis Thaxter

Phyllis Thaxter

Carol Lufton

Frank Faylen

Frank Faylen

Jake Pindalest

Tom Tully

Tom Tully

John Lufton

Charles McGraw

Charles McGraw

Milo Sweet

Clifton Young

Clifton Young

Joe Shotten

Tom Tyler

Tom Tyler

Frank Reardon

George Cooper

George Cooper

Fred Barden

Tom Keene

Tom Keene

Ted Elser

Introduction

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

Down-and-out cowhand Jim Garry is asked by his old friend Tate Riling to help mediate a cattle dispute. When Garry arrives, however, it soon becomes clear that Riling has not been entirely forthright. Garry uncovers Riling's plot to dupe local rancher John Lufton out of a fortune. When Lufton's firecracker of a daughter, Amy, gets involved, Garry must choose between his old loyalties and what he knows to be right.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Blood on the Moon. 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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