# Lawman (1971)

> A relentless marshal brings murder warrants to a town protected by wealth, loyalty, and a compromised justice system.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/27478

## Facts

- Runtime: 99 min
- Genres: Western
- Director: Michael Winner
- Cast: Burt Lancaster, Robert Ryan, Lee J. Cobb, Robert Duvall, Sheree North, Albert Salmi, Richard Jordan, John McGiver
- TMDB rating: 6.5/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0067333/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: measured
- Intensity: strong
- Complexity: layered
- Violence: moderate
- Mood: grim, morally ambiguous, somber, classic western night, serious film viewing

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