Film

Nevada Smith 1966

Directed by Henry Hathaway

  • Western
  • 128 min
  • NR

Some called him savage- and some called him saint... some felt his hate- and one found his love... and three had to die...

Nevada Smith is the alias of Max Sand, the son of an Indian mother and American father. When they are killed by three men over gold, Nevada sets out to avenge them. The young man is taken in by a gun merchant who shows him how to shoot, on time and correctly.

Westernnative americanprison escapeprequelrevengewild westhalf breedmurder of parentsswamp setting

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