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Run of the Arrow

film by Fuller [1957]

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"Run of the Arrow" is a 1957 film directed by Samuel Fuller. The movie is noted for its distinctive Fuller touch, blending black humor with cynicism.1

The story follows a bitter Confederate soldier, played by Rod Steiger, who joins a Sioux tribe after the American Civil War. Fuller, known for his gritty action movies, often drew from his own experiences in World War II, infusing his films with a raw, emotional intensity. His directorial style, characterized by a vigorous approach to depicting the less glamorous aspects of society, has influenced many filmmakers.1

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  1. Samuel Fuller
  2. How the West Was Won

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