The Baron of Arizona

The Baron of Arizona
The Baron of Arizona
Genres: Drama, Romance, Western
Rating: 6.7
Language: en
Year:1950
Country:US
Runtime: 1h 37min
Tags: arizona territory, library, monastery, swindler

Where to watch:

Criterion Channel (Criterion Channel)

Description:

In the late 1800s, when the United States was expanding its territories into the Wild West, a man named James Reavis saw an opportunity in the government's recognition of land grants made during the time when this region was still under Spanish rule. Captivated by the idea, Reavis embarks on an audacious endeavor to forge historical documents that would establish a direct lineage between a foundling girl and a noble Spanish family, making her the rightful Baroness of Arizona.As he weaves his elaborate web of deceit, Reavis marries the girl and presses forward with claiming not only vast tracts of land in Arizona but also the title that comes with it. His ambition and determination are met with both fascination and skepticism from those around him, as they question the validity of his claims and wonder whether his audacious pursuit will ultimately succeed or crumble under scrutiny. This historical fiction movie not only unravels a riveting story of intrigue but also explores themes of ambition, deception, and the relentless pursuit of power in an era when the American frontier was being shaped and reshaped with every new discovery.

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