IDAHO KID

Cinemavixion Review

In Robert F. Hill's 1936 Western, "Idaho Kid," the desolate landscapes serve as a backdrop for a tale of conflicted loyalties and hidden parentage. Rex Bell embodies the titular character, a man known only as Idaho, who returns to the rugged territory of his youth. He finds himself thrust into a bitter range war, a conflict tearing the land apart between two feuding factions. Idaho's path leads him to align with the Endicott family, where his formidable skills are put to the test against the ruthless cattle baron, Hollister. Penned by Paul Evan Lehman and George H. Plympton, the narrative is expertly woven with a dramatic, unspoken secret: Hollister, the very man Idaho is sworn to oppose, is unknowingly his own long-lost father. The film, also featuring strong performances from Marion Shilling and David Sharpe, masterfully builds suspense around this personal dilemma. "Idaho Kid" is a compelling exploration of how duty and personal truth collide, offering a tense and engaging viewing experience that resonates with themes of identity and reconciliation.