description The Naked Spur Overview
The Naked Spur (1953) depicts a bounty hunter, played by James Stewart, pursuing a convicted killer across the American West. He reluctantly partners with two unreliable individuals, complicating his efforts to deliver the murderer to justice. The film was directed by Anthony Mann and features a cast including Janet Leigh and Robert Ryan.
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info The Naked Spur Specifications
| Country | United States |
| Year | 1953 |
help The Naked Spur FAQ
Why is Howard Kemp determined to capture Ben Vandergroat?
Kemp needs the $5,000 reward on Vandergroat to recover the ranch he lost while serving in the Civil War. He initially hides the bounty from his accidental partners because he does not want to divide the money.
How does Ben turn his captors against one another?
Ben reveals the value of his bounty and continually exploits each man's weakness, including Roy Anderson's dishonorable discharge and Jesse Tate's greed. His psychological manipulation makes the journey as dangerous as the surrounding wilderness.
Who is Lina Patch in The Naked Spur?
Janet Leigh plays Lina, the daughter of Ben's late friend, who travels with him and initially believes his account of the killing. Her growing bond with Kemp complicates his plan to treat Ben purely as a body worth a reward.
Where was The Naked Spur filmed?
Anthony Mann filmed the 1953 Western largely in Colorado, using mountain terrain as an active obstacle in the pursuit. The exposed locations reinforce the story's tension because the five principal characters have little shelter from one another.
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