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Dialogue de feu

Original title: A Gunfight
  • 1971
  • Tous publics
  • 1h 29m
IMDb RATING
6.3/10
1.5K
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Kirk Douglas and Johnny Cash in Dialogue de feu (1971)
DramaRomanceWestern

Two aging gunfighters in need of money come to an agreement to organize an actual showdown between them and sell tickets for it. The townsfolk is more than interested to see the "show".Two aging gunfighters in need of money come to an agreement to organize an actual showdown between them and sell tickets for it. The townsfolk is more than interested to see the "show".Two aging gunfighters in need of money come to an agreement to organize an actual showdown between them and sell tickets for it. The townsfolk is more than interested to see the "show".

  • Director
    • Lamont Johnson
  • Writer
    • Harold Jack Bloom
  • Stars
    • Kirk Douglas
    • Johnny Cash
    • Jane Alexander
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    6.3/10
    1.5K
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    • Director
      • Lamont Johnson
    • Writer
      • Harold Jack Bloom
    • Stars
      • Kirk Douglas
      • Johnny Cash
      • Jane Alexander
    • 23User reviews
    • 12Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • See production info at IMDbPro
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    Kirk Douglas
    Kirk Douglas
    • Will Tenneray
    Johnny Cash
    Johnny Cash
    • Abe Cross
    Jane Alexander
    Jane Alexander
    • Nora Tenneray
    Karen Black
    Karen Black
    • Jenny Simms
    Dana Elcar
    Dana Elcar
    • Marv Green
    Robert J. Wilke
    Robert J. Wilke
    • Marshal Tom Cater
    Keith Carradine
    Keith Carradine
    • The Young Gunfighter
    Eric Douglas
    Eric Douglas
    • Bud Tenneray
    Paul Lambert
    Paul Lambert
    • Ed Fleury
    Raf Vallone
    Raf Vallone
    • Francisco Alvarez
    James D. Cavasos
    • Newt Hale
    Philip L. Mead
    • Kyle Briggs
    George Le Bow
    • Dekker
    John J. Wallwork
    • Toby Leach
    Neil Davis
    • Canbury
    Dave Burleson
    • Poker Player
    Douglas Doran
    • Teller
    John Gill
    • Foreman
    • Director
      • Lamont Johnson
    • Writer
      • Harold Jack Bloom
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    7theycallmepauly

    One of Cash's Best Film Performances

    As one of Cash's most ardent music fans, I have unfortunately almost always been disappointed with his performances on the silver screen. His films are usually poorly written, shot, edited (which you can almost always blame the director.) This one, I was almost thrown out of my chair. Though Cash was not a disciplined actor he had his charisma, and the director, for all his faults recognized this and seemed less inclined to dictate him and just let The Man say his lines the way Cash himself would say them. Though this film is not for everyone, those who appreciate westerns and those especially inclined towards the late, great Man In Black will appreciate it. If given the choice, I recommend the 1989 re-release on VHS titled "Dueling Guns."
    7Uriah43

    Winners and Losers in a Fight to the Death

    After mining for gold for over six months in Mexico, a gunslinger by the name of "Abe Cross" (Johnny Cash) decides to ride across the border and redeem what few nuggets he has found for American dollars. Although he hadn't planned on staying very long, when his horse is bitten by a rattlesnake right outside of town, he decides to stay until it can be treated and healed. Being a small town, it isn't long until the news is spread that a famous gunslinger has just arrived. What creates an even larger sensation is that another famous gunslinger by the name of "Will Tenneray" (Kirk Douglas) has recently taken up residence in this same town and--before you know it--the townsfolk are making bets on who will prevail against the other in a gunfight. At first, neither one has any interest in a shootout, however, when they come to realize how much money the winner could collect, they both begin to have second thoughts--and that's when things become even more intense between them and everyone else in town. Now rather than reveal any more I will just say that this turned out to be a surprisingly good Western which showcases the conflicting interests and desires between not only the two gunfighters but also everyone in this small town as well. I especially liked the ending which presented a potential alternative version had the outcome been different. Be that as it may, I enjoyed this film and I have rated it accordingly.
    8room8-143-874877

    Johhny Cash in the Ring of Fire

    Saw this,many,many years ago at the movies and it stayed on my mind. Having gone back to watch it again, more than once in the last couple of years,it seems even better than I remember. I have to confess to being a lifelong fan of Johnny Cash,although never convinced as to his acting skills.Still,he does convince here as Abe Cross and the whole story comes across well. True,not that much action but some Westerns don't need it. I do doubt,however,the information on IMDb that it was filmed in Spain. The Bullring is NOT the Madrid Bullring,as listed,I know that for a fact.Does anyone out there know where it was filmed? Best performance by JC on the screen?I think so. Kirk Douglas is great too and the questions raised about growing old,loneliness,love,money and how an "Outsider" faces up to it all,are explored well. A strange western but a minor masterpiece,a B movie(I love 'em!)in some ways but one that stays with you. A must see for all JC fans,of course. T
    sapemillo_1997

    An acceptable western movie starring two iconic American characters

    The movie does well, but not for his direction, script, photography or even wardrobe, which are acceptable. The line that separates this movie from the classic battered western movie is its peculiar choice of actors.

    Starring Johnny Cash and Kirk Duglas, the plot is based on the expectation of the town folk for knowing who of the two is the best gunman, when Abe Cross arrives at the town where Will Tenneray is trying to set a quiet life for himself.

    All in all, it's one of those acceptable movies, except in this case there are two iconic American characters.
    8higuns

    Extrovert gunman vs Introvert gunman

    The quiet loner who emanates raw danger by mere presence has never been portrayed as well until JC takes the role of Abe Cross. Cashs performance alone merits a 'must see' rating for this movie. Kirk Douglas is a natural pick for the role of a flashy, boastful, gunslinger who feels trapped by his retirement as saloon owner and family man in a small town. Will Tenneray(Douglas) yearns for the glory of his past as a feared and known name amongst gunfighters of the West. Abe Cross, his deeds and past are shrouded by a persona that shuns gossip and towns while Will Tennerays' exploits are well known and self-promoted. When Cross rides into town and has a drink in Tennerays' saloon, the tension is immediate and keeps climbing as every townsman whisper their expectations each time the two meet. The inevitable confrontation is a twist on the usual 'meet you at noon duel' that sets this Western apart.

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    • Trivia
      Feature film debut of Keith Carradine, son of actor John Carradine.
    • Goofs
      During the gunfight, the positions of Tenneray and Cross vary depending upon the position of the camera.; When the shot is from behind Alvarez, they are much closer than when the shot is taken from higher in the stands behind some rows of the audience.
    • Quotes

      Will Tenneray: A job? Suckerin' fools to buy drinks? 'Cept I wear my pants on the outside I'm no different from Jenny you laid with last night.

      Abe Cross: Guess I know what your talkin' about. I worked a job myself before I went out prospectin' this last time.

      Will Tenneray: Doin' what?

      Abe Cross: Trick shootin'. Medicine show. 'Sides me, they had a midget and a tattooed feller.

      Will Tenneray: [snorts] That says it better.

    • Alternate versions
      UK versions are cut by 8 secs by the BBFC to edit the shooting of a snake.
    • Connections
      Featured in The Dick Cavett Show: Kirk Douglas (1971)
    • Soundtracks
      A Gunfight
      Composed & Sung by Johnny Cash

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    • Release date
      • August 30, 1978 (France)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Gunfight
    • Filming locations
      • J.W. Eaves Movie Ranch - 75 Rancho Alegre Road, Santa Fe, New Mexico, USA
    • Production companies
      • Eaves Movie Ranch
      • Harvest
      • Joel Productions
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    • Budget
      • $2,000,000 (estimated)
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    • Runtime
      • 1h 29m(89 min)
    • Sound mix
      • Mono
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.85 : 1

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