The Paleface 1948
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Topic: Film "The Paleface" (1948). Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1948
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 91 minutes
- Release date
- Dec 17, 1948
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- Paramount Pictures
- Genres
- Comedy, Western
- Updated
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- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.1/10 from 82 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~91 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Network
- Paramount Pictures
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Topic: Film "The Paleface" (1948).
Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
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Title: The Paleface.
Year: 1948.
Release Date (US): 12/24/1948.
Genres: Comedy, Western, Wild west spoof.
Director: Norman Z. McLeod.
Cast: Bob Hope (as "Painless" Peter Potter / "Painless" Potter), Jane Russell (as Calamity Jane).
Plot: Bob Hope is a meek frontier dentist named "Painless" Peter Potter. He finds himself gunslinging alongside the fearless Calamity Jane as she fights off outlaws and Indians.
Music: Bob Hope sings "Buttons and Bows" (by Jay Livingston and Ray Evans).
Runtime: 1h 31m (Source 1) / 91 minutes (Source 6).
Language: English, French, Spanish.
Color: Color.
Studio/Distributor: Universal
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“A gripping exploration of comedy and western that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- 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.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Is The Paleface worth watching?
The Paleface holds a community rating of 6.1/10 based on 82 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Comedy, Western for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie The Paleface and when was it released?
The Paleface is a feature film with a runtime of 91 minutes. It was released in 1948. Release status: Released.
Who directed The Paleface?
The Paleface was directed by Norman Z. McLeod.
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