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River of No Return is a 1954 western film directed by Otto Preminger and starring Robert Mitchum and Marilyn Monroe.

The film is particularly notable for its brisk pace, achieved by the editing Louis R. Loeffler, with very quick cuts between scenes. Mitchum and Monroe performed much of their own stunts, and Monroe broke her leg during production. River of No Return featured the majestic scenery of Banff and Jasper National Parks in Alberta, Canada.

Both Preminger and Monroe were forced to do the film against their will, due to contractual obligations. They both expressed their frustration over the script that they considered below par. However, the film was a box office hit upon its release and remains a popular classic western.

Plot

Having just been released from prison, Matt Calder (Robert Mitchum) is forced to rescue gambler Harry Weston (Rory Calhoun) and his girlfriend Kay (Marilyn Monroe) from the rapids near his farm. When Weston steals Calder's horse and escapes, Calder, his son Mark (Tommy Rettig), and Kay are stranded. With Indians threaten the farm, Matt, his son, and Kay are forced to escape down the rapids.

Cast

Robert Mitchum as Matt Calder
Marilyn Monroe as Kay
Rory Calhoun as Harry Weston
Tommy Rettig as Mark Calder

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Movies - River of No Return

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