Carson City
Mine owner William Sharon keeps having his gold shipments held up by a gang of bandits. Sharon hires banker Charles Crocker, who happens to have connections in the Central Pacific Railroad, to build a spur line from Virginia City to Carson City, so that the gold can be shipped by railroad. Silent Jeff Kincaid is the railroad engineer. However there is opposition to the railroad, chiefly from another mine owner, Big Jack Davis.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 1952 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Western |
| Director | André de Toth |
| Runtime | 87 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 6.1/10 (19 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
The film constructs a traditional Western narrative around the conflict between progress and the old ways, using the railroad as a central symbol. It relies on familiar archetypes: the strong, silent engineer, the corrupt opposition, and a town divided by change.
Those who tire of overly complex plots will appreciate the straightforward storytelling and well-executed action sequences. What lingers after the credits is the satisfying clash of ideals against the vast frontier. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: André de Toth
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Perfect for a relaxed weekend viewing, embracing the classic tropes of the genre with a sense of adventure.
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