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Vengeance Valley (1951)

"Burt Lancaster in His BIGGEST Outdoor Adventure Drama!"

5.219511h 23mEN
Western

Directed by Richard Thorpe

Rating

5.2/10

Runtime

1h 23m

Language

EN

Release

February 14, 1951

Director

Richard Thorpe

Overview

A cattle baron takes in an orphaned boy and raises him, causing his own son to resent the boy. As they get older the resentment festers into hatred, and eventually the real son frames his stepbrother for fathering an illegitimate child that is actually his, seeing it as an opportunity to get his hal...

Cast

Burt Lancaster

Burt Lancaster

Owen Daybright

Robert Walker

Robert Walker

Lee Strobie

Joanne Dru

Joanne Dru

Jen Strobie

Sally Forrest

Sally Forrest

Lily Fasken

John Ireland

John Ireland

Hub Fasken

Carleton Carpenter

Carleton Carpenter

Hewie

Ray Collins

Ray Collins

Arch Strobie

Ted de Corsia

Ted de Corsia

Herb Backett

Hugh O'Brian

Hugh O'Brian

Dick Fasken

Will Wright

Will Wright

Mr. Willoughby

Stanley Andrews

Stanley Andrews

Mead Calhoun

Paul E. Burns

Paul E. Burns

Dr. Irwin (uncredited)

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Vengeance Valley (1951), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

A cattle baron takes in an orphaned boy and raises him, causing his own son to resent the boy. As they get older the resentment festers into hatred, and eventually the real son frames his stepbrother for fathering an illegitimate child that is actually his, seeing it as an opportunity to get his half-brother out of the way so he can have his father's empire all to himself.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Vengeance Valley. 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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