A Lust to Kill (1958) — AI Story Visualization

Plot Analysis Summary

A former friendship collapses into a lawman's relentless pursuit after a robbery, a brother's death, and a revenge quest.

Story Structure — 5 Plot Phases

The Robbery Turns Fatal

Cheney Holland and his brother Luke rob a load of rifles, but their gang abandons them. Lawmen led in pursuit by Cheney's former friend Marshal Matt Gordon kill Luke and apprehend Cheney.

Key Events

• Rifle Load Robbery — Cheney and Luke rob a load of rifles before their gang abandons them. Characters: Cheney Holland Location: Unspecified robbery site
• Gang Abandonment — The rest of the gang abandons Cheney and Luke after the robbery. Characters: Cheney Holland Location: Unspecified escape route
• Lawmen Begin Pursuit — Lawmen, including Gordon, chase the two brothers after the robbery. Characters: Marshal Matt Gordon, Cheney Holland Location: Unspecified pursuit route
• Former Friends Collide — Gordon pursues Cheney despite their earlier friendship. Characters: Marshal Matt Gordon, Cheney Holland Location: Unspecified pursuit route
• Luke Is Killed — The pursuing lawmen kill Cheney's brother Luke. Characters: Marshal Matt Gordon, Cheney Holland Location: Unspecified pursuit route
• Cheney Is Apprehended — Gordon and the lawmen apprehend Cheney after Luke's death. Characters: Marshal Matt Gordon, Cheney Holland Location: Unspecified law enforcement location

Escape And Vengeance

With Sherry on his side, Cheney escapes and seeks revenge for his brother. Gordon continues pursuing him as Cheney begins tracking the gang that abandoned him.

Key Events

• Sherry Stands Beside Cheney — Sherry remains on Cheney's side as he faces his situation. Characters: Cheney Holland, Sherry Location: Unspecified location
• Cheney Escapes — With Sherry's support, Cheney escapes and begins seeking revenge. Characters: Cheney Holland, Sherry Location: Unspecified escape route
• Revenge Pursuit Begins — Cheney pursues the criminals who previously abandoned him. Characters: Cheney Holland Location: Unspecified pursuit route
• Gordon Resumes The Chase — Gordon continues following Cheney during his revenge pursuit. Characters: Marshal Matt Gordon, Cheney Holland Location: Unspecified pursuit route

The Pursuit Converges

Cheney catches up with his previous gang while Gordon remains close behind. Cheney confronts the gang and kills its leader.

Key Events

• Two Pursuits Converge — Cheney hunts his former gang while Gordon stubbornly follows Cheney. Characters: Marshal Matt Gordon, Cheney Holland Location: Unspecified pursuit route
• Gang Trail Reached — Cheney catches up with the gang he is seeking. Characters: Cheney Holland Location: Unspecified gang hideout area
• Former Gang Confrontation — Cheney confronts the criminals who abandoned him after the robbery. Characters: Cheney Holland Location: Unspecified gang hideout area
• Gang Leader Killed — Cheney catches and kills the leader of his previous gang. Characters: Cheney Holland Location: Unspecified gang hideout area

The Final Lure

Gordon apprehends Sherry and uses her as bait to draw Cheney into a final meeting. Cheney follows the lure despite the danger.

Key Events

• Gordon Captures Sherry — Gordon apprehends Sherry while continuing his pursuit of Cheney. Characters: Marshal Matt Gordon, Sherry Location: Unspecified location
• Sherry Becomes Bait — Gordon uses Sherry's capture to lure Cheney into a meeting. Characters: Marshal Matt Gordon, Sherry, Cheney Holland Location: Unspecified location
• Cheney Takes The Bait — Cheney moves toward the meeting after Gordon takes Sherry captive. Characters: Cheney Holland, Sherry Location: Unspecified meeting route

The Fatal Showdown

Gordon and Cheney meet in a dramatic showdown. Cheney is killed, ending his revenge pursuit and Gordon's long chase.

Key Events

• Final Showdown Begins — Gordon and Cheney meet in a dramatic final confrontation. Characters: Marshal Matt Gordon, Cheney Holland, Sherry Location: Unspecified showdown location
• Cheney Is Killed — The final showdown ends with Cheney's death. Characters: Marshal Matt Gordon, Cheney Holland, Sherry Location: Unspecified showdown location
• Revenge Pursuit Ends — Cheney's revenge pursuit and Gordon's chase end with Cheney dead. Characters: Marshal Matt Gordon, Sherry Location: Unspecified showdown location

Story Breakdown

• Rifle Robbery — Cheney and Luke begin the story by stealing rifles with their gang.
  • Stolen Rifles — Cheney Holland and Luke rob a load of rifles.
  • Gang Abandonment — The rest of the gang abandons the brothers after the robbery.
• Lawful Pursuit — Marshal Gordon leads the chase against Cheney and Luke.
  • Former Friendship — Gordon is identified as Cheney's former friend.
  • Brothers Hunted — Lawmen pursue Cheney and Luke after the robbery.
• Luke's Death — The pursuit turns tragic when Cheney loses his younger brother.
  • Fatal Interception — The pursuing lawmen kill Luke.
  • Cheney Apprehended — Cheney is captured after Luke's death.
• Sherry's Loyalty — Sherry remains connected to Cheney during his escape and revenge mission.
  • Girlfriend's Support — The plot identifies Sherry as Cheney's girlfriend and supporter.
  • Escape Enabled — Cheney escapes with Sherry on his side.
• Revenge Trail — Cheney pursues the gang that abandoned him while Gordon continues the chase.
  • Gang Pursuit — Cheney searches for his previous gang.
  • Relentless Marshal — Gordon stubbornly continues pursuing Cheney.
• Gang Retribution — Cheney catches up with the criminals responsible for abandoning him.
  • Gang Confrontation — Cheney confronts the gang he previously joined.
  • Leader Killed — Cheney catches and kills the gang's leader.
• Final Lure — Gordon turns Sherry into leverage to force Cheney into a final meeting.
  • Sherry Apprehended — Gordon captures Sherry during his pursuit of Cheney.
  • Bait For Cheney — Gordon uses Sherry to lure Cheney.
• Fatal Showdown — The long conflict between Gordon and Cheney ends in a deadly confrontation.
  • Dramatic Meeting — Gordon and Cheney meet for the final showdown.
  • Cheney's Death — Cheney is killed, ending the revenge pursuit.

Directed by

Oliver Drake

Key Cast

• Jim Davis — Marshal Matt Gordon
• Allison Hayes — Sherry
• Don Megowan — Cheney Holland
• Gerald Milton — Isaac Stancil
• Tom Hubbard — Deputy Kane Guthrie