A little too-standard re-make of the "Cowboys and Indians" western drama ("The Lost Patrol", "Sahara"
). It does update the budget - with scenic location camera-work, and interesting direction by Andre De Toth. Broderick Crawford is fine, but seems a little out of place in western gear. Barbara Hale adds feminine charm. Johnny Stewart is fine as the Indian boy; but, certainly not as mesmerizing as in "Boots Malone" (1952). But, there isn't as much potential in this film's parts. Lloyd Bridges looks similarly under-appreciated.
"Last of the Comanches" shows a formula getting tired, with not enough newness in the storyline. The production is good, though. The film is bracketed by exciting "Cowboys versus Indians" battles, and there is a lively series of line explosions, in-between.
***** Last of the Comanches (1952) Andre De Toth ~ Broderick Crawford, Barbara Hale, Johnny Stewart
"Last of the Comanches" shows a formula getting tired, with not enough newness in the storyline. The production is good, though. The film is bracketed by exciting "Cowboys versus Indians" battles, and there is a lively series of line explosions, in-between.
***** Last of the Comanches (1952) Andre De Toth ~ Broderick Crawford, Barbara Hale, Johnny Stewart