Rio Diablo

About Rio Diablo

Rio Diablo is an American western action film from 1993, directed by Rod Hardy. Set in the Wild West, the film presents a relentless bounty hunter, Jack, as he's joined by a young widow bent on bringing her husband's killer, a man called El Diablo, to justice. Their pursuit takes them through perilous landscapes and encounters with various challenges before reaching the thrilling conclusion.

Making / Production

Produced under the guidance of Dick Lowry and Ken Kragen, the film was shot in various locations that effectively portrayed the atmosphere of the wild west. With a screenplay penned by Frank Q. Dobbs and David S. Cass Sr., the film manages to capture the spirit of traditional Westerns, filled with suspense, action, and drama.

Actors

• Kenny Rogers as Jack, the bounty hunter. Rogers delivers a compelling performance, capturing the essence of his tough but just character.
• Travis Tritt stars as Benjamin Taber, the young husband whose death sparks the pursuit. His performance convinces the audience of the character's innocence and charm.
• Naomi Judd portrays Flora Mae Pepper, the widow vowing revenge. Judd plays her role with depth and intensity, adding emotional layers to the story.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• This is one of several successful television films to star Kenny Rogers and based on a character from one of his songs.
• The title "Rio Diablo" translates to "Devil's River" in English, adding thematic depth to the film's narrative.

Quotes

• "There ain't no justice...just us." - Jack
• "A man's gotta do what a man's gotta do." - Flora Mae Pepper

Music, Soundtrack

• The musical score was composed by Terry Plumeri, providing a riveting soundtrack that adds to the film's western ambiance.
• Notably, Travis Tritt, who also stars in the film, contributed some original songs to the soundtrack.