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Bend of the River (1952) | Criteria

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Bend of the River

English • 1952 • 1h 31m

This film is not currently available on the Criterion Channel

Director

Adventure Western

Synopsis

Two men with questionable pasts, Glyn McLyntock and his friend Cole, lead a wagon-train load of homesteaders from Missouri to the Oregon territory...

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May 2023
Position 6
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Anthony Mann Directs James Stewart
Position 2

Credits

Crew

DirectorAnthony Mann

WriterBorden Chase

CinematographerIrving Glassberg

ComposerHans J. Salter

EditorRussell F. Schoengarth

ProducerAaron Rosenberg

Cast

James Stewartas Glyn McLyntock

Arthur Kennedyas Emerson Cole

Julie Adamsas Laura Baile

as Trey Wilson

Jay C. Flippenas Jeremy Baile

Lori Nelsonas Marjie Baile

Chubby Johnsonas Cap'n Mello

Stepin Fetchitas Adam

Harry Morganas Shorty

Howard Petrieas Tom Hendricks

Frances Bavieras Mrs. Prentiss

Jack Lambertas Red

Royal Danoas Long Tom

Frank Chaseas Wasco

Cliff Lyonsas Willie

Frank Fergusonas Tom Grundy