Quantez
Director: Harry Keller
Actors: Fred MacMurray, Dorothy Malone, James Barton
PlotAfter a thwarted bank heist, a gang of outlaws flees deep into the desert, desperately seeking refuge. They arrive at the ghost town of Quantez, hoping to rest and regroup. The group comprises Heller, a hardened and taciturn leader, Gentry, a seasoned gunslinger haunted by his past, Teach, a jaded artist turned criminal, and Heller's companion, Chaney, a saloon singer with dreams beyond banditry. Along with them is Purdy, a naïve young gun eager to prove himself. As they assess their dwindling options, they realize that a vengeful posse isn’t far behind. The ghostly silence of the abandoned town amplifies their tensions, and long-simmering rivalries begin to surface. Meanwhile, Chaney’s presence stirs emotions amongst the men, further complicating the volatile dynamics.
As night falls, suspicion intensifies into paranoia and hidden agendas emerge. The sanctuary they sought turns into a crucible threatening to tear them apart. Each character grapples with his or her own demons while mistrust tests their fragile alliances. Gentry wrestles with personal redemption amid the moral decay of the group. Teach sees in Chaney a chance for inspiration and escape from his tragic choices. As pressure mounts, the gang must make a fateful decision whether to hold together or fall apart under the weight of betrayal, greed, and regret. Ghostly shadows of Quantez seem to loom over their fractured loyalties as dawn edges closer and an inevitable confrontation looms on the horizon.
Writers: R. Wright Campbell, Anne Edwards
Release Date: 04 Oct 1957
Runtime: 81 min
Rating: Approved
Country: United States
Language: English, Spanish
Home Video Reviews
Quantez seamlessly blends noir elements into a western setting, delivering a fast-paced, engaging experience with solid performances and a commendable Blu-ray release.
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