Star in the Dust
Watch TrailerThe sheriff of Gunlock is planning to hang Sam Hall, who shot three farmers found on cattle land, at sundown. At the casino, betting is 8 to 3 he won't make it. The cattlemen are set to rescue Sam; the farmers hope to lynch him before he can be rescued; and Hall schemes for escape with his girl Nellie. But Sheriff Jorden is most concerned with finding out who hired Hall: a leading suspect is the sheriff's future brother-in-law.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 1956 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Western |
| Director | Charles F. Haas |
| Runtime | 80 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 4.8/10 (22 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
The film constructs a classic western conflict, relying on the tension of a pending hanging as the plot's ticking clock. By weaving together the crossed interests of cattlemen, farmers, and personal motives, it explores the theme of law versus mob justice on the frontier.
Those who tire of simplistic showdowns will appreciate the moral quandaries faced by the sheriff. What lingers after the final frame is a contemplation of duty in a land where order is a fleeting concept. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Charles F. Haas
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With a glass of whiskey as the sun sets, embracing the mood of a dusty frontier town.
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