Border River (1954)

In the throes of the Civil War, resolute Confederate officer Clete Mattson orchestrates the audacious heist of a $2-million Union gold shipment. His daring mission: to journey to Mexico and exchange the precious bounty for weaponry crucial to the Confederacy's survival. His destination: a renegade sanctuary known as Zona Libre, a lawless haven nestled across the river from America, under the capricious rule of the tyrannical General Calleja. Zona Libre, a magnet for outlaws seeking refuge, offers sanctuary at a steep price. Mattson, with his golden fortune, quickly becomes an object of intrigue and suspicion. Amidst this web of treachery, whom can he trust? Certainly not General Calleja, whose despotism cloaks a cunning mind with voracious plans of his own for the gold - and for Mattson. In this volatile panorama, enters the enigmatic Carmelita. Considered Calleja's prized possession, she is a radiant presence that catches Mattson's eye. As Carmelita reciprocates Mattson's interest, a clandestine romance blossoms, weaving a further layer of complexity into the intricate tapestry of Zona Libre. And yet, as passions flare and alliances waver, an external threat looms - Mexico, yearning to reclaim its lost territory. "Border River" is a riveting tale of love, loyalty, and betrayal set against the tumultuous backdrop of war, where the stakes are high, and trust is a currency more valuable than gold. A saga where one man's quest for arms becomes a battle for survival, negotiating treacherous waters in a land where nothing is as it seems.

Border River is a western movie featuring Joel McCrea.

Border River is currently streaming on fuboTV.