
Run of the Arrow
The strange saga of the Johnny Reb who turned Sioux to wage a one-man war against the Yankees !
Directed by Samuel Fuller
Produced by Globe Enterprises, RKO Radio Pictures
A morally complex Western about a Confederate deserter caught between two worlds and forced to choose his allegiance when tribal and national interests collide.
When the South loses the war, Confederate veteran O'Meara goes West, joins the Sioux, takes a wife and refuses to be an American but he must choose a side when the Sioux go to war against the U.S. Army.
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Is Run of the Arrow violent? Somewhat. More violent than 68% of films.
Does Run of the Arrow end with hope? Not especially. Less hopeful than 64% of films.
Is Run of the Arrow scary? Somewhat. More frightening than 61% of films.
Is Run of the Arrow sad? Somewhat. More sad than 61% of films.
Is Run of the Arrow easy watching? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
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Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
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Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
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Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.

















































