The Lusty Men

Name: The Lusty Men
Genre: Drama, Western
Released: 1952
Duration: 113 min

English • 1952 • 1h 53m

This film is not currently available on the Criterion Channel

Director

Nicholas Ray

Drama Western

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Synopsis

Retired rodeo champion Jeff McCloud agrees to mentor novice rodeo contestant Wes Merritt against the wishes of Merritt's wife who fears the dangers of this rough sport.

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Credits

Crew

DirectorNicholas Ray

WriterDavid Dortort, Horace McCoy, Alfred Hayes, Andrew Solt, Jerry Wald

CinematographerLee Garmes

ComposerRoy Webb

EditorRalph Dawson

ProducerJerry Wald

Cast

Susan Haywardas Louise Merritt

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