Review of The Furies (1950) by Daniel K — 18 Aug 2008

Unique and surprising Western. Stanwyck and Huston are wonderful as proud father and daughter.

This review of The Furies (1950) was written by Daniel K on 18 Aug 2008.

The Furies has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Johan A (60) on 08 Oct 2008

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By Richard S (2,067) on 04 Oct 2008

Wow. Here's your chance to see Stanwick as uncensored as the Hayes Code would allow. I'll admit to waiting a bit before renting this one…

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By Chris S (3,490) on 01 Sep 2009

Well, it started off great and I do love Barbara Stanwyck in her strongest roles but ugh, that Darrow jackass just had to put her in her place…

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