Summaries

In 1909, when young Paiute Indian Willie Boy returns to his California reservation to be with Lola, whose father disapproves of him, a killing in self defense takes place, triggering a massive man hunt for Willie.

Based on true events, Tell Them Willie Boy Is Here, tells the story of one of the last Western manhunts, in 1909. Willie Boy, a Native American, kills his girlfriend's father in self defense, and the two go on the run, pursued by a search posse led by Sheriff Christopher Cooper.—Jon Hertzberg <[email protected]>

Details

Keywords
  • on the run
  • man
  • father
  • manhunt
  • paiute indian
Genres
  • Drama
  • Western
Release date Oct 30, 1969
Motion Picture Rating (MPA) PG
Countries of origin United States
Language English
Filming locations Pioneertown, California, USA
Production companies Universal Pictures

Box office

Gross worldwide $5949

Tech specs

Runtime 1h 38m
Color Color
Aspect ratio 2.39 : 1

Synopsis

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