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Lone Star (1952)

"The Battle for Texas and the Battle of the Sexes!"

5.619521h 34mEN
Western

Directed by Vincent Sherman

Rating

5.6/10

Runtime

1h 34m

Language

EN

Release

October 24, 1952

Director

Vincent Sherman

Overview

Cattle baron Devereaux Burke is enlisted by an aging Andrew Jackson to dissuade Sam Houston from establishing Texas as a republic. Burke must fight state senator Thomas Craden, in the process winning the heart of Craden's newspaper-editor girlfriend Martha Ronda.

Cast

Clark Gable

Clark Gable

Devereaux Burke

Ava Gardner

Ava Gardner

Martha Ronda

Broderick Crawford

Broderick Crawford

Thomas Craden

Lionel Barrymore

Lionel Barrymore

Andrew Jackson

Beulah Bondi

Beulah Bondi

Minniver Bryan

Ed Begley

Ed Begley

Anthony Demmet

James Burke

James Burke

Luther Kilgore

William Farnum

William Farnum

Tom Crockett

Lowell Gilmore

Lowell Gilmore

Captain Elliott

Moroni Olsen

Moroni Olsen

Sam Houston

Russell Simpson

Russell Simpson

Maynard Cole

William Conrad

William Conrad

Mizette

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Lone Star (1952), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Cattle baron Devereaux Burke is enlisted by an aging Andrew Jackson to dissuade Sam Houston from establishing Texas as a republic. Burke must fight state senator Thomas Craden, in the process winning the heart of Craden's newspaper-editor girlfriend Martha Ronda.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Lone Star. 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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