Silver City (1951)

In the depths of the mining world, Larkin Moffatt finds himself ousted from his partnership with Charlie Storrs after a mysterious robbery strikes their shared office. Accused of collusion with the thieves, Moffatt is blacklisted by all major mining companies in the region, leaving him jobless and disparaged. Undeterred, Moffatt sets up a humble assay office in the silver-streaked town of Silver City, hoping to rebuild his tarnished reputation. His redemption may come in the form of Candace Surrency, his first client, and her father who have staked their entire fortune on a mine lease. The lease, held by the avaricious mogul R.R. Jarboe, is due to expire in a mere twelve days, threatening to snatch their silver-laden dreams from their grasp. To their despair, the mine has remained barren, but they believe in Moffatt's expertise and hire him to assay a fresh batch of ore. Moffatt's findings are groundbreaking; he discovers a bonanza of silver, catapulting the Surrencys into the realm of the wealthy. However, the news of their fortune travels fast, reaching the ears of the ruthless Jarboe who refuses to renew their lease. Aware of the potential windfall once the mine reverts to him, Jarboe deploys devious tactics to sabotage the Surrencys. In the face of desperation, the Surrencys implore Moffatt to lead their mining operations, hoping to extract and process the precious metal within the ticking timeline. Initially, Moffatt balks at the idea, fearing Jarboe's far-reaching power. However, moved by their plight and his blossoming love for Candace, he agrees to helm the operations. The plot thickens when Moffatt's old partner, Charlie Storrs, arrives with intentions to purchase the mine from Jarboe, setting the stage for a riveting tale of love, betrayal, and a race against time under the shimmering promise of silver.

Silver City is a western movie featuring Edmond O'Brien and directed by Byron Haskin.

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