‘Angel and the Badman’: From Violence to Virtue

This Western shows how kindness helps a gunslinger to be a better person.
‘Angel and the Badman’: From Violence to Virtue
Penelope Worth (Gail Russell) and Quirt Evans (John Wayne), in “Angel and the Badman.” Republic Pictures
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NR | 1h 40m | Drama, Romance, Western | 1947

After witnessing John Wayne’s sizzling chemistry with Marlene Dietrich in “Seven Sinners” (1940) and “The Spoilers” (1942), I was curious to see how he would fare alongside Gail Russell.

Ian Kane
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Ian Kane is a U.S. Army veteran, filmmaker, and author. He is dedicated to the development and production of innovative, thought-provoking, character-driven films and books of the highest quality.