Who directed Calibre 38?

The movie Calibre 38 was directed by Edgar Lewis.

When was Calibre 38 released?

Calibre 38 was released in the year 1919.

Which country is Calibre 38 from?

Calibre 38 is a movie from United States.

What genre is Calibre 38?

Calibre 38 is categorised as Drama, Western in the cult cinema archive at Dbcult.

Who stars in Calibre 38?

Calibre 38 features Hedda Nova, Edward Roseman, William A. Williams, Mary Carr.

Who wrote the screenplay for Calibre 38?

The screenplay for Calibre 38 was written by Roy Middleton.

What are movies similar to Calibre 38?

If you enjoy Calibre 38, you might also like The Silent Lady (1917), Panopta II (1918), In the Hour of Temptation (1914), Nan of Music Mountain (1917).

Is Calibre 38 considered a cult classic?

Yes, Calibre 38 (1919) is featured in the Dbcult archive as a curated cult cinema title, known for its Drama and Western qualities.

Drama Western

Calibre 38

Name: Calibre 38
Director: Edgar Lewis
Released: 1919
Cast: Mitchell Lewis, Mary Carr, Hedda Nova, Victor Sutherland, William A. Williams

1919·Edgar Lewis·IMDb: —/10

Summary

A Montana cattleman, Austin Brandt, finds his world upended when his beloved Rosemary forsakes him for the enigmatic Royce Greer. Though initially heartbroken, Brandt finds solace in the innocent companionship of his niece, Joan, as Rosemary and Greer resurface in Custer City, operating a dance hall, their union marked by Greer's overt cruelty. The delicate balance of frontier life shatters with the arrival of Eastern capitalist Robert Barton and his son, Ford, ostensibly to resolve a financial dispute with Brandt. However, a sharp paternal reprimand soon precedes Robert Barton's mysterious death in his bed. Suspicion immediately bifurcates: Ford, reeling from his father's demise, points to Brandt due to their recent monetary discord, while Greer and his conniving gang swiftly implicate Ford in an act of patricide. Convinced of his innocence, Ford seeks an improbable alliance with Brandt. Their joint investigation swiftly uncovers a critical detail: Barton was felled by a .38 caliber bullet, a weapon known to be in Greer's possession. The tension culminates when Greer's menacing mob besieges Brandt's home, demanding Ford's surrender. With resolute courage, Brandt confronts Greer, extracting a full confession that leads to the villain's apprehension. In the wake of her husband's downfall, Rosemary departs, leaving behind a poignant note revealing her enduring love for Brandt. The tumultuous events ultimately pave the way for a new beginning, as Joan and Ford discover a profound happiness together, forging a hopeful future amidst the rugged landscape.

Synopsis

Montana cattleman Austin Brandt is jilted by Rosemary, who elopes with stranger Royce Greer, but he is consoled by his 20-year-old niece Joan. Rosemary later returns to Custer City to run a dance hall with her husband, who mistreats her. Eastern capitalist Robert Barton comes to town with his son Ford to settle a financial misunderstanding with Brandt. After reprimanding his son, Robert Barton is later found dead in his bed. Knowing of their financial argument, Ford believes Brandt is responsible, while Greer and his gang claim that Ford committed the murder. Convinced of his innocence, Ford asks Brandt to help him find the murderer. They discover that Barton was shot with a .38 caliber bullet, and Greer carries such a revolver. Meanwhile Greer's mob storms Brandt's house demanding Ford be taken prisoner. Brandt forces a confession from Greer, who is dragged away. After her husband's death, Rosemary departs and leaves a note explaining her love for Brandt. Joan and Ford find happiness together.