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Man in the Saddle (1951)

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Rancher Randolph Scott rides right into a romantic triangle in this moody western. He is forced to stand by as his mercenary girl friend (Joan Leslie) is lured away by a wealthy neighboring rancher (Alexander Knox). When the neighbor is killed, Scott is accused of the murder, and spends the balance of the film clearing himself. After a blood-spattered fistfight with a gunslinger (John Russell) and several gun battles, Scott consoles himself with schoolteacher Ellen Drew. Based on a novel by

Unrated, 1 hr. 27 min.

Western, Action & Adventure, Classics

Kenneth Gamet

Sep 6, 2005

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All Critics (2) | Fresh (2) | Rotten (0)

Richly inventive Western, with excellent photography.

August 8, 2008 Full Review Source: Classic Film and Television | Comment
Classic Film and Television

The routine oater is impressive for its tough fight scenes.

March 10, 2005 Full Review Source: Ozus' World Movie Reviews | Comment
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