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The Violent Men (1955)

"VOLCANIC! VALIANT! VICIOUS! Violence and Passion the Screen Has Seldom Seen!"

6.419551h 36mEN
Western

Directed by Rudolph Maté

Rating

6.4/10

Runtime

1h 36m

Language

EN

Release

January 26, 1955

Director

Rudolph Maté

Official Trailer

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Overview

A former Union Army officer plans to sell out to Anchor Ranch and move east with his fiancée, but the low price offered by Anchor's crippled owner and the outfit's bullying tactics make him reconsider. When one of his hands is murdered he decides to stay and fight, utilizing his war experience. Not ...

Cast

Glenn Ford

Glenn Ford

John Parrish

Barbara Stanwyck

Barbara Stanwyck

Martha Wilkison

Edward G. Robinson

Edward G. Robinson

Lee Wilkison

Dianne Foster

Dianne Foster

Judith Wilkison

Brian Keith

Brian Keith

Cole Wilkison

May Wynn

May Wynn

Caroline Vail

Warner Anderson

Warner Anderson

Jim McCloud

Basil Ruysdael

Basil Ruysdael

Tex Hinkleman

Lita Milan

Lita Milan

Elena

Richard Jaeckel

Richard Jaeckel

Wade Matlock

James Westerfield

James Westerfield

Sheriff Magruder

Jack Kelly

Jack Kelly

De Rosa--Parrish Rider

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Violent Men (1955), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

A former Union Army officer plans to sell out to Anchor Ranch and move east with his fiancée, but the low price offered by Anchor's crippled owner and the outfit's bullying tactics make him reconsider. When one of his hands is murdered he decides to stay and fight, utilizing his war experience. Not all is well at Anchor with the owner's wife carrying on with his brother who also has a Mexican woman in town.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The Violent Men. 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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