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Against a crooked sky. Cover Image DVD DVD

Against a crooked sky.

Summary:

Disappearances : during the Great Depression, a former bootlegger, Quebec Bill (Kris Kristofferson), rounds up his reluctant brother-in-law (Gary Farmer), his ex-con hired man (William Sanderson), and his ultra-cautious 15-year-old son, Will Bill (Charlie McDermott), and sets out from rural Vermont to Canada to steal whiskey. Also starring Genevieve Bujold.
The Deadly Companions : An AWOL rebel soldier named turk (Chill Willis) once attempted to scalp a wounded Union soldier (Brian Keith), a move that spurred a fiery vengeance in the now-retired victim, Yellowleg. When Yellowleg finally tracks down Turn and his partner, Billy , he persuades them to join him in a bank heist. But when the plan falls through and a shootout occurs, the trio must embark on a dangerous journey into Aoache territory where old grudges die hard and confrontations can be deadly. Also starring Maureen O'Hara.
Battles of Chief Pontiac : A chronicle of the events following a proposed peace treaty between the British and Chief Pontiac (Lon Chaney), who has become mistrustful of the white man's word.
Jory : When his father is killed, fifteen-year-old Jory ( Robby Benson) is left orphaned in the harsh wilderness of the Wild West. Leaving his childhood behind, Jory joins a horse drive and learns how to take care of himself with the help of some likeable cowboys.
Against a Crooked Sky : With only his courage and determination to guide him, a young boy, Sam, journeys into a harsh, unforgiving land to save his kidnapped sister. Along the way, Russian (Richard Boone), a colorful beaver trapper, befriends Sam, and a thrilling adventure unfolds as they follow and unpredictable trail of clues.
The Great Indian Wars-Documentary : The Great Indian Wars documents the true story of the struggle for territory between whites and Native Americans as Europeans encroached upon their land.
The Young Land : Hatfield Carnes (Dennis Hopper) is awaiting trial for the slaying of a Mexican man in 1840s California.
Sitting Bull : General George A. Custer engages the proud Chief Sitting Bull in the climactic and ill-fated Battle of the Little Big Horn. Starring Dale Robertson, J. Carrol Naish, and Iron Eyes Cody.

Record details

  • Physical Description: 1 disc (732 minutes) : sound, black & white and color ; 4 3/4 inches
  • Publisher: Echo Bridge Acquisition Corp. LLC., 2018.

Content descriptions

General Note:
"Includes 7 bonus movies"-front cover
Formatted Contents Note:
Disappearances -- the deadly companions -- battles of chief pontiac -- jory -- against a crooked sky -- the great indian wars-documentary -- the young land -- sitting bull
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System Details Note:
DVD
Subject: Indians.
Wild west.
Coming of age.
Kidnapping.
Frontier and pioneer life.
Genre: Drama.
Documentary.
Feature films.
Western films.
Action and adventure films.
Video recordings.

Available copies

  • 1 of 1 copy available at Missouri Evergreen. (Show)
  • 1 of 1 copy available at Little Dixie Regional.

Holds

  • 1 current hold with 1 total copy.
Show Only Available Copies
Location Call Number / Copy Notes Barcode Shelving Location Status Due Date
Little Dixie - Main Library - Moberly MOVIE AGAINST (Text) 2004694483 DVDs Available -


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