Thursday, August 07, 2014

Showdown (1973)

Two childhood friends have taken opposite paths in life. One has become a wanderer, and the other has become a sheriff. Now a train robbery has happened, with the participation of the former, and the sheriff must choose between his work and his old friendship.

Passable western, made in the calm style that was becoming fashionable in that period, as an influence of TV. Martin's performance stands out somewhat amid other fine ones. Although some people have described this as a pleasant waste of time, I would slightly disagree. Westerns, even less than brilliant ones, tend to illuminate important aspects of life, in a stylized manner.

Rating: 50

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