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After serving his time in prison, Joe Mundy (Hunter) regains his freedom. He forms an unexpected bond with a fellow inmate, who confides in him about the whereabouts of stolen gold. Upon his release, Joe is shadowed by the menacing Little
Brother Williams (portrayed by Neville Brand) as he arrives in
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was hired to write the script. Mayes later called it "a picture that was before its time, which slipped by quite unnoticed... an interesting picture, but the studio and the people who publicize pictures didn't understand that it was a comedy. They thought that it was a big melodrama, so it slipped
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Henrietta's pursuit of the stolen treasure becomes a metaphor for their individual quests for redemption and purpose. As they navigate the twists and turns of their adventure, they discover not only the potential riches at the end of their journey but also the value of trust,
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