The film is recognized for scenes where people are attacked at their places of work—such as newspaper publishers or railroad crews—by "cold killers". 3. Randolph Scott’s "Stoic Hero" Persona
Randolph Scott, Lucille Norman, and Raymond Massey Writers: Winston Miller and Sloan Nibley Producer: David Weisbart (Warner Bros.) Release Year: 1952 1. Historical Context and Plot Summary Carson City(1952)
Items from the film's production, including the dated June 1951, are preserved in the Winston Miller Papers at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. The film also features the real-life historical backdrop of the Virginia & Truckee Railroad , which has since been partially resurrected as a heritage railway and museum in Nevada. The film is recognized for scenes where people