Man of the Frontier

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"Man of the Frontier" is a 1936 American Western film directed by B. Reeves Eason. The film features an ensemble cast, including Gene Autry, Smiley Burnette, and Boothe Howard. Gene Autry, a well-known singing cowboy of the era, plays the lead role.

Plot:
The film is set in the American Old West and follows the story of Gene Autry's character, Gene Morgan, a kind-hearted cowboy who takes in two orphans, Tom and Billy, after their parents are killed. Morgan, a responsible and caring figure, tries to raise the boys and instill good values in them.

However, the boys' estranged grandfather, who is known as "Sugar" (played by J. Farrell MacDonald), returns to claim custody of them. Sugar is a rough character with no interest in the children's well-being and wants to use them for his own gain. A legal battle ensues as Gene fights to protect the boys from their ruthless grandfather.

The film explores themes of family, morality, and the struggle between a loving and nurturing environment versus a harsh and selfish one. As with many of Gene Autry's films, it combines elements of action, music, and moral lessons that were characteristic of the singing cowboy genre.

"Man of the Frontier" is a classic example of the Western genre from the 1930s, with Gene Autry's trademark singing and cowboy charm. It offers a mix of action and heartwarming moments, making it an entertaining and family-friendly film of its time.

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