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Man in the Shadow (1957)

“THIS WAS THE NIGHT WHEN THE LAW TURNED LAWLESS...to win back the justice a town had betrayed!”

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Plot

In the heart of the contemporary cowboy haven Spurline stands the Golden Empire Ranch, a sprawling empire owned by the formidable Virgil Renchler. With such vast ownership, Renchler has the town nestled tightly in his iron grip, dictating its flourishing economy. However, one fateful night, his authority takes a dark turn when his henchmen brutally overstep their boundaries, leading to the death of a migrant ranch hand, a 'bracero'. This horrific act sparks a fire in the otherwise complacent sheriff, Ben Sadler. Despite the daunting odds stacked against him and the looming threat to his career and the town's stability, Sadler finds himself compelled to challenge this glaring injustice. His pursuit of truth and justice leads to an unlikely alliance with Renchler's fiercely independent and sheltered daughter, adding a complex layer to this high-stakes investigation. As Sadler inches closer to the truth, he must tread carefully to avoid awakening Renchler's wrath. Will he be able to withstand the impending storm and bring justice to light, or will he become another man swallowed by the shadow that Renchler casts over Spurline? "Man in the Shadow" (1957) is a captivating whirlwind of power, corruption, and a desperate fight for justice, that is bound to keep you on the edge of your seat.

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Man in the Shadow is a drama movie featuring Orson Welles and directed by Jack Arnold.

Man in the Shadow is currently streaming on Starz Play Amazon Channel.