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Bullfighter and the Lady, The (1951) B

Budd Boetticher’s love of bullfighting in his personal life is reflected in this drama, directed and co-written by Boetticher (and produced by John Wayne’s company, Batjac).

Robert Stack plays the cocky American Chuck Regan, who travels to Mexico and falls in love with the sultry Anita de la Vega (Joy Page). In order to impress her with his prowess, he convinces the famed matador Manolo Estrada (Gilbert Roland) to mentor him in the art of bullfighting.

But Chuck’s carelessness causes Manolo’s tragic death, resulting in Chuck’s being shunned by both the villagers and Anita. In order to regain Anita’s love and the villagers’ respect, Chuck re-enters the arena, taking on a bull in Manolo’s honor.

Oscar Nominations:

Motion Picture Story: Budd Boetticher and Ray Nazarro

Oscar Awards: None

Oscar Context:

The winners were Paul Dehn and James Bernard for “Seven Days to Noon.”

Running time: 87 Minutes

Directed by Budd Boetticher

 

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