SON OF THE RENEGADE

Cinemavixion Review

Reg Browne's lone directorial effort, "Son of the Renegade," is a curious artifact of low-budget western filmmaking. Starring Johnny Carpenter as Red River Johnny, a gunslinger returning to clear his tarnished name, the film embraces a pulpy narrative reminiscent of earlier B-westerns. Carpenter also penned the screenplay, which sees his character return to his hometown to confront his father's legacy and an antagonistic sheriff. While the external data suggests a plot involving Three-Finger Jack framing Red River Johnny for robberies, the core premise of a wronged man seeking to reclaim his honor remains consistent. Despite its modest production values, as noted by the external data's runtime of 56 minutes and an IMDb rating of 3.9, "Son of the Renegade" offers a glimpse into a specific era of independent westerns, perhaps best appreciated by aficionados of the genre looking for unearthed gems.