Robbers' Roost
Director: Sidney Salkow
Actors: George Montgomery, Richard Boone, Sylvia Findley
PlotIn a rugged frontier town, tension mounts as various factions vie for control over the territory. Jim “Tex” Wall, a drifter with a mysterious past, arrives amidst the unrest. He soon becomes embroiled in the struggles of an embattled ranch owner, who is caught between defending his land from ruthless cattle rustlers and maintaining the peace with the local townsfolk. With a sense of honor and duty, Tex offers his skills as a gunman to protect the rancher’s interests, but his motives remain shrouded in secrecy. Meanwhile, an ill-fated romance begins to bloom between Tex and a spirited local woman, their relationship further complicating an already precarious situation.
As alliances shift and betrayals surface, Tex must navigate through a series of deadly confrontations and deceptions. The arrival of an outlaw gang led by a menacing figure escalates the conflict, forcing Tex to confront his own demons while trying to save those he has come to care about. The fight for justice turns increasingly perilous as old wounds reopen and long-held grudges resurface. In this volatile environment, Tex’s true character and intentions are put to the ultimate test, leading to a gripping finale that will determine the fate of everyone involved.
Writers: John O'Dea, Sidney Salkow, Maurice Geraghty
Release Date: 30 May 1955
Runtime: 83 min
Rating: Approved
Country: United States
Language: English
Home Video Reviews
"Robbers' Roost" is an engaging yet modest western with moments of compelling animosity, albeit hindered by lackluster video quality and minimal extras.
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