A Distant Trumpet
A Distant Trumpet
In 1883, US Cavalry lieutenant Matthew Hazard, newly graduated from West Point, is assigned to isolated Fort Delivery on the Mexican border of Arizona, where he meets commanding officer Teddy Mainwarring's wife Kitty, whom he later rescues from an Indian attack.
Mister Arn reviewedFebruary 23, 2025
“A Distant Trumpet” showcases sweeping desert landscapes and thrilling cavalry charges, capturing the grandeur of the West. But the story and performances hold it back—watchable, yet lacking the strength of Walsh’s best work.