I am surprised this isn't a better known western. It's a moody and sparse western that follows 4 young men who turn up in a little town and take it over.
It's an interesting story as I imagine that there were quite a few towns with aging populations that were vulnerable to being taken over by gangs looking for an easy life.
The acting is generally good although I was particularly taken with the lead actor Jeff Chandler who seemed a little stiff (he sadly died a year or two after this film). The gang are pretty good portraying a quiet menace. Only one went on to have a long movie career, John Saxon as Rondo. The back up cast are all solid and the stunning Dolores Hart adds some welcome glamour.
Although this isn't an action packed film thanks to a nice script it manages to hold your attention throughout. There is a great air of tension built up as the gang terrorize the town. The ending is maybe a little predictable but still nicely done.
The Plunderers is worth catching for lovers of the western genre.
It's an interesting story as I imagine that there were quite a few towns with aging populations that were vulnerable to being taken over by gangs looking for an easy life.
The acting is generally good although I was particularly taken with the lead actor Jeff Chandler who seemed a little stiff (he sadly died a year or two after this film). The gang are pretty good portraying a quiet menace. Only one went on to have a long movie career, John Saxon as Rondo. The back up cast are all solid and the stunning Dolores Hart adds some welcome glamour.
Although this isn't an action packed film thanks to a nice script it manages to hold your attention throughout. There is a great air of tension built up as the gang terrorize the town. The ending is maybe a little predictable but still nicely done.
The Plunderers is worth catching for lovers of the western genre.
