
Bandits of the Badlands
Synopsis
A re-edited, digitally colourised and re-scored version of vintage black and white Western 'Blue Steel', complete with contemporary, pulse pounding music. The re-edit brings 'Blue Steel' down to a 22 minute short version. Melgrove, the town's leading citizen, is intending to deviously buy the worthless town, which actually stands on top of a huge gold mine.
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June 1, 1934
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Robert N. Bradbury
- Original Score
- Dana Walden
- Original Title
- Bandits of the Badlands
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 22m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Robert N. Bradbury
Dana Walden
Steve Ratkiewicz
Rob Word, Mark Webb
Department Leadership Roster
Rob Word
Producer
Mark Webb
Producer
Steve Ratkiewicz
Editor
Robert N. Bradbury
Director
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John Wayne Film Collection
A chronological collection of films featuring John Wayne, spanning his early uncredited appearances and B-westerns through his major Hollywood roles and final film, The Shootist. Includes credited and verified uncredited acting appearances, while excluding television appearances, archival-footage documentaries, and films in which Wayne served only as a producer or director.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bandits of the Badlands
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Bandits of the Badlands about?
A re-edited, digitally colourised and re-scored version of vintage black and white Western 'Blue Steel', complete with contemporary, pulse pounding music. The re-edit brings 'Blue Steel' down to a 22 minute short version. Melgrove, the town's leading citizen, is intending to deviously buy the worthless town, which actually stands on top of a huge gold mine.
Who directed Bandits of the Badlands?
Bandits of the Badlands was directed by Robert N. Bradbury.
Who stars in Bandits of the Badlands?
The principal cast of Bandits of the Badlands includes John Wayne, Eleanor Hunt, George 'Gabby' Hayes, Edward Peil Sr., Yakima Canutt.
When was Bandits of the Badlands released and how long is it?
Bandits of the Badlands was released in 1934 with a total runtime of 22m.
Who composed the musical score for Bandits of the Badlands?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Bandits of the Badlands was composed by Dana Walden.
