Red River

Name: Red River
Director: Richard Michaels
Genre: Western
Released: 1988-01-01
Duration: 96 min
Cast: Bruce Boxleitner, James Arness, Gregory Harrison, Stan Shaw, Ray Walston

1988Dir. Richard Michaels1h 36m

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About This Movie

So, 'Red River' (1988) is a curious remake that definitely has its own vibe, diverging from the 1948 original. The pacing feels a bit different, more measured in parts, and you can sense the 80s influence peeking through. Richard Michaels gives it a fresh coat but keeps the essence of that cattle drive struggle. The performances are solid; you can see the tension between the leads, especially in those pivotal moments of rebellion. Practical effects here are subtle but effective, capturing the grit of the West without going overboard. Not a film that everyone talks about, but you can appreciate its take on loyalty and defiance against authority.

Released on VHS and DVD in the late 90s.Filmed primarily in New Mexico.Features a score that echoes classic western motifs.