Johnny Guitar

Name: Johnny Guitar
Released: 1954-05-26T00:00:00-04:00

NR 1954 Drama, Romance, Western · 1h 50m

On the outskirts of town, the hard-nosed Vienna owns a saloon frequented by the undesirables of the region, including Dancin' Kid and his gang. Another patron of Vienna's establishment is Johnny Guitar, a former gunslinger and her lover. When a heist is pulled in town that results in a man's death, Emma Small, Vienna's rival, rallies the townsfolk to take revenge on Vienna's saloon – even without proof of her wrongdoing.

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About Johnny Guitar

On the fringes of society, Vienna, a strong-willed saloon owner, finds her establishment a haven for outcasts, including the Dancin' Kid and his crew. Re-entering her life is Johnny Guitar, a former gunslinger with a past intertwined with Vienna's. But when a robbery turns deadly, Emma Small, consumed by jealousy and suspicion, ignites the town against Vienna, accusing her of involvement without any proof. Emma's thirst for vengeance threatens to consume everything in its path, forcing Vienna to fight not only for her survival but for her reputation and the loyalty of those she holds dear in a town ready to condemn her.

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Cast and Characters

Directed by Nicholas Ray, Johnny Guitar boasts a stellar cast. Joan Crawford delivers a powerhouse performance as Vienna, the resolute saloon owner. Sterling Hayden embodies Johnny Guitar, the enigmatic gunslinger with a complicated past. Mercedes McCambridge is unforgettable as Emma Small, the vindictive antagonist driven by jealousy. Ernest Borgnine portrays Bart Lonergan, a menacing member of the Dancin' Kid's gang. John Carradine adds depth as Old Tom, a philosophical rancher. Scott Brady plays Dancin' Kid, a charismatic outlaw with a hidden agenda.

What people like about Johnny Guitar

Critics have lauded Johnny Guitar for its bold subversion of Western tropes, its striking visual style, and its powerful performances, especially those of Joan Crawford and Mercedes McCambridge. Many appreciate the film's complex themes of female rivalry, repressed sexuality, and the dangers of mob mentality. The film's unique blend of psychological drama and Western elements has secured its place as a cult classic and a landmark in cinematic history.

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Movie Score

74%

Released

May 26, 1954

Director

Nicholas Ray

Cast

Joan Crawford, Sterling Hayden, Mercedes McCambridge, Ernest Borgnine, John Carradine, Scott Brady

Genre

Drama, Romance, Western

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