Review of The Baron of Arizona (1950) by Eric H — 01 Feb 2016
He's just a lot of fancy words...
James Reavis is a former government official that was in charge of filing key paperwork and he spent his time researching laws and documentation. He trains himself to be a master forger and discovers a loop hole that provides certain descendants with all of the land of Arizona and southern Colorado. He plans and executes a plan that allows him to be sole owner of 1.5 American states. Can the government thwart Reavis' plan?
"Only peasants cry.".
Samuel Fuller, director of The Naked Kiss, I Shot Jesse James, The Steel Helmet, Run of the Arrow, Forty Guns, Shock Corridor, and The Crimson Kimono, delivers Baron of Arizona. The storyline for this picture is very interesting and the fact it is based on a true story makes it even more fascinating. The acting was excellent and the cast includes Vincent Price, Ellen Drew, Reed Hadley, Beulah Bondi, and Margia Dean.
"He had more important things to do...".
This was on Turner Classic Movies (TCM) not too long ago so I had to DVR it. Seeing Price in a western is always a treat and this was no different. I loved seeing a young and sly Price in a historical piece from this era. This is definitely worth a viewing and your time.
"Why should we trust you?".
Grade: B.
This review of The Baron of Arizona (1950) was written by Eric H on 01 Feb 2016.
The Baron of Arizona has generally received positive reviews.
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