Enjoy the Show! _______________________ I Believe all media should be enjoyed ______________________ So here is a classic! _______________________ Title: Drums in the Deep South Director: William Cameron Menzies Producers: Frank King, Maurice King Screenwriters: Philip Yordan, Sidney Harmon Based on: Story by Hollister Noble Cinematography: Lionel Lindon Music: Dimitri Tiomkin Editing: Richard V. Heermance Studio: King Brothers Productions Distributor: RKO Radio Pictures Runtime: Approximately 87 minutes Language: English Country of Origin: United States Format: SuperCineColor Sound: Mono Release Date: September 1951 Status: Public Domain Genres: War, Western, Historical Drama, Civil War, Action, Romance --- Cast: James Craig as Maj. Clay Clayburn Barbara Payton as Kathy Summers Guy Madison as Maj. Will Denning Barton MacLane as Sgt. Mac McCardle Robert Osterloh as Sgt. Harper Tom Fadden as Purdy Robert Easton as Jerry Louis Jean Heydt as Col. House Craig Stevens as Col. Braxton Summers Taylor Holmes as Albert Monroe Lewis Martin as Gen. Johnston Peter Brocco as Union Corporal Dan White as Corp. Jennings Denver Pyle as Union Soldier --- Synopsis: Set against the backdrop of the American Civil War, Drums in the Deep South follows best friends Clay Clayburn and Will Denning, who graduate from West Point only to find themselves on opposing sides of the conflict. Clay, now a Confederate major, is tasked with a mission to delay General Sherman's advance by positioning artillery atop Devil's Mountain to disrupt Union supply lines. The mountain's proximity to the plantation of Kathy Summers—Clay's former love and now the wife of their mutual friend, Braxton Summers—adds personal stakes to the military endeavor. As Clay's men engage in guerrilla tactics from the mountain, Will, serving as a Union major, is ordered to neutralize the threat. The ensuing battle tests their friendship, loyalty, and the complexities of love during wartime. The film culminates in a dramatic confrontation that underscores the personal costs of war. --- Production Notes: Filming Locations: Shot at Sam Goldwyn Studios and on location in Sonora, California. Railroad scenes were filmed on the Sierra Railroad in Tuolumne County, California. Color Process: Utilized SuperCineColor, a color motion picture process known for its vivid hues. Budget: Approximately $300,000, financed through the sale of 300,000 shares to over 700 investors. Second Unit Director: B. Reeves Eason, known for his expertise in action sequences. --- Themes & Analysis: Friendship and Division: Explores how deep bonds are tested by ideological divides during civil conflict. Love and Loyalty: Examines the complexities of romantic entanglements amidst the backdrop of war. Guerrilla Warfare: Highlights unconventional military tactics and their impact on traditional battle strategies. --- Reception & Legacy: Box Office: The film was profitable upon release. Critical Response: While some praised its action sequences and emotional depth, others found the plot familiar. Legal Dispute: The King Brothers later sued RKO for mismanaging the film's distribution, claiming $10,000 in damages. Cultural Impact: Though not as widely known today, the film remains a notable example of early 1950s war dramas. --- Trivia: Director's Background: William Cameron Menzies was renowned for his work as a production designer, notably on Gone with the Wind (1939). Unrealized Sequel: Plans for a follow-up film titled Murder March, reuniting the main cast, were announced but never materialized. Public Domain Status: The film has entered the public domain, making it widely accessible for viewing and distribution. _______________________ Thank you for watching — feel free to like, comment, and subscribe for more classic movies and other content that might be of interest. _______________________ #PublicDomain #PublicDomainMovies #ClassicMovies #FreeMovies #VintageMovies #RetroCinema #OldMovies #FullMovie #MovieNight #FreeToWatch #ClassicCinema #MovieLovers #CinemaHistory #FilmHistory #TimelessMovies #MustWatch #OldSchoolCinema #CultClassic #HiddenGems #NowPlaying #GoldenAgeOfCinema #MoviesOnline #WatchFree #ClassicHollywood #RetroMovies #PublicDomainFilm #FreeFilm #ClassicEntertainment #WatchNow #StreamingFree #MovieArchive #HistoricCinema #LegendaryMovies #FilmBuff #MovieBuff #IndependentCinema #ClassicAdventure #VintageFilm #OldSchoolMovies #ReliveTheClassics #PublicDomainCinema #TimelessClassics #CinematicTreasures #GoldenOldies #MovieClassics #RetroFilm #ClassicScreen #OldMovieNight #CinemaLovers