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Thunder Bay (1953) | Criteria

Still from Thunder Bay — Thunder Bay (1953) — Anthony MannPhotographed by William H. Daniels

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Anthony Mann

Thunder Bay

English / 1953 / 1h 43m

Not streamingNot currently on the Criterion Channel.

Drama Adventure

Letterboxd: 3.13/5·1.5K ratings·366 reviewson Letterboxd
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Synopsis

Shrimpers and oilmen clash when an ambitious wildcatter begins constructing an off-shore oilrig.

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May 2023
Position 55
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Anthony Mann Directs James Stewart
Position 3

Credits

Crew

DirectorAnthony Mann

WriterGil Doud, John Michael Hayes

CinematographerWilliam H. Daniels

Composer

EditorRussell F. Schoengarth

ProducerAaron Rosenberg

Cast

James Stewartas Steve Martin

Joanne Druas Stella Rigaud

Gilbert Rolandas Teche Bossier

Dan Duryeaas Johnny Gambi

Jay C. Flippenas Kermit MacDonald

Marcia Hendersonas Francesca Rigaud

Robert Monetas Phillipe Bayard

Antonio Morenoas Dominique Rigaud

Harry Morganas Rawlings

Fortunio Bonanovaas Sheriff Antoine Chighizola

Mario Silettias Louis Chighizola

Emile Averyas Fisherman (uncredited)

Alfredo Berumenas Fisherman (uncredited)

Fred Carsonas Oilman (uncredited)

Adrine Champagneas Fisherman (uncredited)

Frank Chaseas Radio Technician (uncredited)

Antonio Filaurias Joe Sephalu (uncredited)

Donald Greenas Fisherman (uncredited)

Jean Hartelleas Fisherman (uncredited)

Ted Mapesas Oil Man (uncredited)