
During the Indian Wars in the Southwest, a sergeant assumes command of a cavalry detachment after it is mauled in an Apache ambush that killed its captain and seriously wounded its lieutenant. The surviving troopers must reach either a larger cavalry column or a wagon train the column is to escort. But first they need water and the nearest water hole is in Apache hands....... (Full plot summary below)
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During the Indian Wars in the Southwest, a sergeant assumes command of a cavalry detachment after it is mauled in an Apache ambush that killed its captain and seriously wounded its lieutenant. The surviving troopers must reach either a larger cavalry column or a wagon train the column is to escort. But first they need water and the nearest water hole is in Apache hands....
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| User ReviewKevin RThe dead don't bother me. A cavalry on a mission knows they will be attacked by Indians. They have an option to cut through a pass that may be safer, but their leader refuses and drives them to a fort to hold up and fight their way to safety. The captain will face long odds, both from the Native Americans as well as reluctant soldiers. "I realize now that, that is the only way it could have ended." Joseph Newman, director of The Big Circus, Love Nest, Dangerous Crossing, The Island Earth, The Gunfight at Dodge City, and The Lawbreakers, delivers Fort Massacre. The storyline for this picture has intense moments and good character interactions. This is also a western with a gritty feel, almost war genre like atmosphere. The acting is very good and the cast includes Joel McCrea, Forrest Tucker, John Russell, Anthony Caruso, and Denver Pyle. "Who wants to die for a bunch of dirt farmers?" This was recommended to me by Fios so I DVR'd it off Turner Classic Movies (TCM) last summer. This was fun and I did like the way it was shot and the way the scenes were presented. The plot itself was straightforward and unimaginative, but the character interactions were worthwhile. I recommend seeing this once, especially to western genre fans. "The closer they come the harder it is to miss." Grade: C+ |
| User ReviewAllan C131213: Good movie. Tough story. Interesting title considering it never takes place in a fort. If you listen closely, you'll hear the title used at least once in the dialogue. |
| User ReviewPaul DAn entertaining western plot even if it is a little one dimensional. |