What is Decision at Sundown?
Decision at Sundown is a 1957 American Western film directed by Budd Boetticher and starring Randolph Scott. The plot follows a man and his partner who arrive in a small town with the intention of killing the town's most powerful man, whom the protagonist holds responsible for his wife's death.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1957
- Release date
- Nov 10, 1957
- Genres
- Western
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- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.3/10
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Decision at Sundown is a 1957 American Western film directed by Budd Boetticher and starring Randolph Scott. The plot follows a man and his partner who arrive in a small town with the intention of killing the town's most powerful man, whom the protagonist holds responsible for his wife's death.
Culturally, the film is recognized as one of seven collaborations between director Budd Boetticher and actor Randolph Scott. It maintains a focused tone centered on a quest for revenge and has a total runtime of 1 hour and 18 minutes.
Should you watch it?
“A man and his partner enter a small Western town to kill its most powerful citizen.”
- Features a collaboration between director Budd Boetticher and star Randolph Scott
- Focuses on a high-stakes plot of revenge and vengeance
- Offers a concise runtime of 1 hour and 18 minutes
- The plot centers on a singular, focused goal of assassination
Watch it if you enjoy American Westerns featuring the partnership of Randolph Scott and Budd Boetticher.
The film is a PG-rated Western with a focused narrative on a personal vendetta.
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Who stars in and directed Decision at Sundown?
The film stars Randolph Scott and was directed by Budd Boetticher.
What is the plot of the movie?
A man and his partner visit a small Western town to kill a powerful man blamed for the death of the protagonist's wife.
How long is the film?
The movie has a runtime of 1 hour and 18 minutes.
Is this part of a series of films?
It is one of seven Western collaborations between director Budd Boetticher and actor Randolph Scott.
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