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The Shadow of Chikara
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The Shadow of Chikara

1977-07-15 · 114 min · ★ 4.6

Horror · Western

Two former Confederate captains try to remove diamonds hidden in the Arkansas mountains, but a native spirit guards the sacred site against intruders.

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Directors
Earl E. Smith
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Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Joe Don BakerJoe Don BakerWishbone Cutter
Sondra LockeSondra LockeDrusilla Wilcox
Ted NeeleyTed NeeleyAmos Richmond - Teach
Joy N. Houck Jr.Half Moon O'Brian
Dennis FimpleDennis FimplePosey
John Davis ChandlerJohn Davis ChandlerRafe
Grady WyattDancer
Linda DanoLinda DanoRosalie Cutter
Slim PickensSlim PickensVirgil Cane
Robert GinnivanConfederate Officer
Roger ManningYankee Officer
Bud DavisBud DavisMaj. Lee Blackburn

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