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Post by crego on May 31, 2009 3:25:49 GMT -5
In 1958, Bronson made 4 films in wich he had the lead. The western " SHOWDOWN AT BOOTHILL", is one of the best. It's a low budget film, shot in B&W, but it gives Bronson an excellent role, as Luke, a bounty hunter, who has issues with his short stature. He calls "Tall man" all his opponents, before shooting them down ! Luke finds love in the person of a shy and lonely girl, and decides to seek redemption. It's the only film using Bronson's size as a dramatic element, and he gives a realistic and moving portrait of this complex antihero.  |
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Post by Bronson on May 31, 2009 6:30:48 GMT -5
Is this available on dvd?
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Post by crego on May 31, 2009 7:27:28 GMT -5
No, it's not. I saw it on VHS a long time ago, in a bad Pan & Scan copy, like "GANG WAR" and "WHEN HELL BROKE LOOSE" two other films starring Bronson in 1958. "SHOWDOWN AT BOOTHILL" is the best of the lot.
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Post by Mean Little Ass-Kicker on Sept 23, 2013 15:07:11 GMT -5
Luke, a bounty hunter, who has issues with his short stature. He calls "Tall man" all his opponents, before shooting them down ! Luke finds love in the person of a shy and lonely girl, and decides to seek redemption. It's the only film using Bronson's size as a dramatic element, and he gives a realistic and moving portrait of this complex antihero. I also thought that was very interesting about his character, because I know Bronson had a complex about his height in real life as well. Can't help but wonder how he felt about playing a role with the same problem. As far as B-movie westerns are concerned, I think this one was good. Nothing special, but definitely worth watching even if you're not a fan of Bronson. There sure wasn't any shortage of gunfights in it, either. As I've mentioned in the following thread, it is now available on DVD and Blu-ray: charlesbronsoncom.proboards.com/index.cgi?board=general&action=display&thread=404 |
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