Great Lonesome

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An aspiring Ohio transplant's dream of owning a ranch in turn-of-the-century Wyoming is interrupted by a series of murders. Earl Miner, who owns the Pick, pressures his workers to file claims under the Homestead Act and sell their land to him to avoid competition. When cowpuncher Reese Hartley refuses this arrangement, he is dismissed by foreman Dick Prentiss and sets off without a clear plan. Hartley encounters several women in town, including Bess Ackerman, Muriel Dulse, and Nancy Wisner, each with their own aspirations and challenges. However, his most significant conflicts arise with local men who threaten his ambitions and physically confront him. As Hartley contemplates his next move, Ben Stillwell disappears and is later found dead, followed by the murder of Nancy Wisner. When Treece accuses newcomer Blue of Nancy's murder, blacksmith/marshal Jock Mosby arrests him, but Hartley suspects there’s more to the story. This slight mystery serves as a backdrop for a heartfelt tribute to the Wyoming frontier, showcasing the struggles and aspirations of those who inhabit it.