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Movie poster: Man from Del Rio (1956)
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Man from Del Rio

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1956 · 82 min Western
6.3 / 10 · TMDB

Mexican gunfighter Dave Robles outdraws the town's outlaw-turned-sheriff and is invited to fill the dead man's shoes. But a tin star doesn't bring automatic respectability and Robles is shunned by the town's leading citizens. His popularity with its less-savory element, particularly saloonkeeper Bannister, wanes dramatically, too, as he starts to take his job seriously. It is his love for a decent, caring woman that keeps Dave in town, but can she convince him to lay down his gun and start a new life?

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Year 1956
Country United States of America
Genre Western
Director Harry Horner
Runtime 82 min.
Rating TMDB: 6.3/10 (24 votes)

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The film constructs a classic western narrative but relies on the psychological portrait of its protagonist, exploring his inner conflict between violence and the desire for a respectable life. It builds tension not just through showdowns, but through the quiet struggle for acceptance in a prejudiced town.

What lingers after the final frame is a poignant meditation on redemption and the heavy price of a tin star. A compelling character study that transcends its genre trappings. — MovieFinder Editorial

Director: Harry Horner

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Best viewed in a quiet setting to appreciate its nuanced character drama amidst the western action.

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