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Description: | BAD DAY AT BLACK ROCK (1955) Folks in Black Rock have their own way of welcoming mysterious, one-armed stranger John J. Macreedy. He's welcome to leave. Or they'll make sure he leaves in a pine box. Two-time Academy Award winner* Spencer Tracy (a 1955 Best Actor Oscar nominee for this film) plays World War II veteran Macreedy, who keeps his own counsel about why he's come to Black Rock and who keeps his wits about him when confronted with threats and violence. Director John Sturges (The Great Escape) ramps up the tension while revealing Macreedy's mission and the town's grim secret. Robert Ryan, Walter Brennan, Ernest Borgnine and Lee Marvin are among the town's thugs and lap dogs. "I'm half horse, half alligator," one says. They'll find Macreedy is even tougher stuff. John Sturges' compelling drama also stars Lee Marvin, Ernest Borgnine, Robert Ryan, Walter Brennan, Anne Francis. Widescreen; Soundtrack: English DTS HD stereo Master Audio; Subtitles: English (SDH). Run Time: 81 minutes"Bad Day at Black Rock" (1955) arrives on Blu-Ray from Wara, offering a stunning restoration of this classic American thriller. The film tells the gripping story of John J. Macreedy, played by Spencer Tracy, who arrives in a remote desert town and uncovers dark secrets that its residents are desperate to hide. Directed by John Sturges, this taut drama is celebrated for its suspenseful storytelling and powerful performances. Wara is renowned for producing high-quality home entertainment releases with meticulous attention to detail in both audio and video remastering.
Spencer Tracy was one of Hollywood?s most respected actors, winning two Academy Awards for Best Actor ("Captains Courageous," "Boys Town") and earning nine nominations throughout his career. Robert Ryan delivers a chilling performance as Reno Smith; he was known for roles in "The Wild Bunch" and "Crossfire." Anne Francis shines as Liz Wirth, later gaining fame on television's "Honey West." Ernest Borgnine appears as Coley Trimble; he went on to win an Oscar for "Marty." Lee Marvin also features prominently?he would become famous with films like "Cat Ballou" and "The Dirty Dozen." Director John Sturges became legendary through works such as ?The Magnificent Seven? and ?The Great Escape.? Composer André Previn contributed his musical genius here before becoming an acclaimed conductor worldwide. |
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Actors: |
Spencer Tracy, Robert Ryan, Anne Francis, Dean Jagger, Walter Brennan, John Ericson, Ernest Borgnine, Lee Marvin, Russell Collins, Walter Sande |
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Director: |
John Sturges |
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Manufacturer No.: |
WARA1000632433BR |
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