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Movie poster: The Ox-Bow Incident (1943)
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The Ox-Bow Incident

1943 · 76 min Western Drama
7.7 / 10 · TMDB

A posse discovers a trio of men they suspect of murder and cow theft and are split between handing them over to the law or lynching them on the spot.

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📋 Film Details

Year 1943
Country United States of America
Genre Western, Drama
Director William A. Wellman
Runtime 76 min.
Rating TMDB: 7.7/10 (424 votes)

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The film doesn't rush. It trusts the viewer — gives time to inhabit the characters, understand what's really happening. Direction here serves the actors rather than overwhelming them.

This film doesn't entertain — it speaks. If you're ready for that, it'll leave a mark. If not — it'll seem slow.

A good choice for those who value subtle direction and honest performance.

Director: William A. Wellman

— MovieFinder Editorial

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Viewing atmosphere: Unhurried, on a weekday evening. Put down the phone, let the film work.

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