Buck & The Rough Riders protect a wagon train and supplies for the railroad against a power hungry businessman who dresses his army of henchmen as Native American Indians.
Original title: Dawn on the Great Divide (1942)
Black & White version:
Director: Howard Bretherton
Writers: Adele Buffington, James Oliver Curwood
Stars: Buck Jones, Mona Barrie, Raymond Hatton
Genres: Classics, Adventure, Drama, Romance, Western, Colorized
NOTE: the final film of Buck Jones and the final film of Monogram Pictures Rough Riders film series:
00:00 Full movie (with subtitles).
01:46 Warning of impending danger to a wagon train carrying ammunition and supplies for the railroad.
08:28 Cowboys prepare to stop at camp, discussing fights & responsibilities on the trail.
16:13 Encounter with Trapper leads to unexpected outfit change and discussion on supplies and Indian threat.
22:52 Tensions rise as characters discuss taking care of a young boy found with a mysterious item, leading to confrontations and revelations.
33:18 Violent encounter leads to mistaken identity and tragic consequences.
41:03 Troubles arise with the corps, suspicions of betrayal, and plans to intercept railroad supplies in a Western setting.
47:30 Conflict arises over a secret marriage and a child, leading to threats and ultimatums in a Western setting.
54:28 A beautiful dream is shared, plans are discussed, and a fine mess is acknowledged.
1:01:16 Betrayal plans unfold during a high-stakes card game, leading to a deadly raid at dawn.
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