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Four Faces West (1948)

"The Strangest Desperado the West has Ever Known!"

5.619481h 29mEN
Western

Directed by Alfred E. Green

Rating

5.6/10

Runtime

1h 29m

Language

EN

Release

August 3, 1948

Director

Alfred E. Green

Overview

Cowboy Ross McEwen arrives in town. He asks the banker for a loan of $2000. When the banker asks about securing a loan that large, McEwen shows him his six-gun collateral. The banker hands over the money in exchange for an I.O.U., signed "Jefferson Davis". McEwen rides out of town and catches a trai...

Cast

Joel McCrea

Joel McCrea

Ross McEwen

Frances Dee

Frances Dee

Fay Hollister

Charles Bickford

Charles Bickford

Pat Garrett

Joseph Calleia

Joseph Calleia

Monte Marquez

William Conrad

William Conrad

Sheriff Egan

Martín Garralaga

Martín Garralaga

Florencio

Raymond Largay

Raymond Largay

Dr. Eldredge

John Parrish

John Parrish

Frenger

Dan White

Dan White

Clint Waters

Davison Clark

Davison Clark

Burnett

Houseley Stevenson

Houseley Stevenson

Anderson

George McDonald

George McDonald

Winston Boy

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Four Faces West (1948), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Cowboy Ross McEwen arrives in town. He asks the banker for a loan of $2000. When the banker asks about securing a loan that large, McEwen shows him his six-gun collateral. The banker hands over the money in exchange for an I.O.U., signed "Jefferson Davis". McEwen rides out of town and catches a train, but not before being bitten by a rattler. On the train, a nurse, Miss Hollister, tends to his wound. A posse searches the train, but McEwen manages to escape notice. However a mysterious Mexican has taken note of the cowboy, and that loudmouthed brat is still nosing around. Who will be the first to claim the reward for the robber's capture?

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Four Faces West. 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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