- Film Review
- Reviewed By David Parkinson
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4 out of 5
In this impressive psychological western, Henry Fonda is on magnificent form as a former gunfighter, aching with regret for a passing age and a wasted life, whose success as a lawman means that his corrupt regime is tolerated by the locals. The gradual disintegration of Fonda's friendship with gambler Anthony Quinn is deftly handled by director Edward Dmytryk, allowing the stars' contrasting acting styles to define their characters. With Richard Widmark surprisingly restrained and glamour provided by Dorothy Malone, this deserves to be better known.
Plot Summary
Western drama starring Richard Widmark, Henry Fonda and Anthony Quinn. When the townspeople of Warlock decide to take a stand against a group of hellraising cowboys, they find their choice of an ageing marshal brings its own problems.
Cast and crew
Cast
- Johnny Gannon
- Richard Widmark
- Clay Blaisdell
- Henry Fonda
- Tom Morgan
- Anthony Quinn
- Lilly Dollar
- Dorothy Malone
- Jessie Marlow
- Dolores Michaels
- Judge Holloway
- Wallace Ford
- Abe McQuown
- Tom Drake
- Bacon
- Richard Arlen
- Curley Burne
- DeForest Kelley
- Skinner
- Regis Toomey
Crew
- Director
- Edward Dmytryk
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