The Ballad of Cable Hogue (1970)

Cable Hogue, a drifter in the desert, faces betrayal and dehydration before discovering a life-saving spring. He finds prosperity by building an oasis along a busy stagecoach route, offering refreshment to travelers. His isolated life changes with the arrival of Hildy, a resourceful woman from a nearby town. But progress threatens his success as automobiles replace stagecoaches. Hogue must adapt to this new era, navigating fate and change in the desert. The film explores resourcefulness, opportunity, companionship, and resilience against the backdrop of a changing world.