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South of the Border 1939

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★ 6.0/10 · 2 votes NR Western Released
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Topic: Film "South of the Border" (1939). Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.

Type
Film
Year
1939
Status
Released
Runtime
70 minutes
Release date
Dec 15, 1939
Original language
EN
Origin
United States of America
Studios
Republic Pictures
Genres
Western
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77 /100 Solid Watch
⚡ Pacing & Momentum7.4/10
🧠 Narrative Depth7.3/10
🔄 Rewatch Potential7.7/10
🎬 Production Scale8.2/10
🎯 Feature Film #Western
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Topic: Film "South of the Border" (1939).
Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
Constraints:
Write ONLY verifiable facts from the provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
No inventing/guessing (titles, names, dates, etc.).
Original, neutral, encyclopedic prose.
Plain text ONLY (no markdown, no asterisks, no headings, no bullet points).
Word count: 150-190 words.
First sentence must not contain spoilers.
No spoilers in the first sentence.
Title: South of the Border.
Year: 1939.
Genre: Western.
Director: George Sherman.
Cast: Gene Autry, Smiley Burnette, June Storey.
Writers: Betty Burbridge, Gerald Geraghty.
Story by: Dorrell and Stuart E. McGowan.
Release Date: 12/15/1939 (US).
Runtime: 1h 10m.
Rating: NR.
Plot: A federal agent and his partner hang out in Mexico to check a revolution. A federal agent is sent to Mexico to prevent foreign powers from gaining [text cuts off in sources, but I must only use what is there]. The source says "prevent foreign powers from gaini" and "prevent foreign powers from gaining c". I will use the complete phrase if possible or stick to the synopsis to avoid incomplete fragments.
Synopsis: "A federal agent and

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“A gripping exploration of western that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”

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  • Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
  • High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
  • Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
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  • Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.

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Is South of the Border worth watching?

South of the Border holds a community rating of 6.0/10 based on 2 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Western for fans of the genre.

How long is the movie South of the Border and when was it released?

South of the Border is a feature film with a runtime of 70 minutes. It was released in 1939. Release status: Released.

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South of the Border was directed by George Sherman.

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