
Is Prince of the Plains a lost masterpiece of the Western genre? Short answer: No, it is a functional, athletic B-movie that serves as a vehicle for its star's physical prowess. This film is for the Saturday Matinee completionist and those who appreciate the physical grace of Kermit Maynard; it is absolutely not for an...


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"Is Prince of the Plains a lost masterpiece of the Western genre? Short answer: No, it is a functional, athletic B-movie that serves as a vehicle for its star's physical prowess. This film is for the Saturday Matinee completionist and those who appreciate the physical grace of Kermit Maynard; it is absolutely not for anyone seeking the psychological depth of a modern revisionist Western.1) This film works because Kermit Maynard’s genuine athleticism provides a level of realism in the action seque..."

1936 · IMDb 5.9


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