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The Big Trees (1952)

"MAMMOTH REDWOOD WILDERNESS -- TREASURE PILED TO THE SKY!"

5.519521h 29mEN
DramaWestern

Directed by Felix E. Feist

Rating

5.5/10

Runtime

1h 29m

Language

EN

Release

February 5, 1952

Director

Felix E. Feist

Overview

In 1900, unscrupulous timber baron Jim Fallon plans to take advantage of a new law and make millions off California redwood. Much of the land he hopes to grab has been homesteaded by a Quaker colony, who try to persuade him to spare the giant sequoias...but these are the very trees he wants most. Ex...

Cast

Kirk Douglas

Kirk Douglas

Jim Fallon

Eve Miller

Eve Miller

Alicia Chadwick

Patrice Wymore

Patrice Wymore

Daisy Fisher / Dora Figg

Edgar Buchanan

Edgar Buchanan

Walter 'Yukon' Burns

John Archer

John Archer

Frenchy LeCroix

Alan Hale Jr.

Alan Hale Jr.

Tiny

Roy Roberts

Roy Roberts

Judge Crenshaw

Charles Meredith

Charles Meredith

Elder Bixby

Harry Cording

Harry Cording

Cleve Gregg

Ellen Corby

Ellen Corby

Sister Blackburn

William Challee

William Challee

Brother Williams (uncredited)

Lane Chandler

Lane Chandler

Brother Dorn (uncredited)

Introduction

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

In 1900, unscrupulous timber baron Jim Fallon plans to take advantage of a new law and make millions off California redwood. Much of the land he hopes to grab has been homesteaded by a Quaker colony, who try to persuade him to spare the giant sequoias...but these are the very trees he wants most. Expert at manipulating others, Fallon finds that other sharks are at his own heels, and forms an unlikely alliance.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The Big Trees. 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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