Reno
After obtaining a divorce from his second wife Emily, Roy Tappan marries Dora Carson, who has just divorced her husband. Left poor with two children, Emily marries Walter Heath, a former suitor, then discovers that she cannot live with her new husband because the divorce is not legal in her home state. Tappan and his new wife soon run out of money, each having thought the other was wealthy. His aunt promises to support him in exchange for his two children. He kidnaps the children and hides them from Emily in his aunt's home. After Emily and Walter find them, they go to Yellowstone Park, where they are considered legally married. Tappan follows and is killed after a fight with Walter when a boiling geyser throws him into the air and throws him onto the rocks below.
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Plot Summary
The story follows a young cowboy named Reno who is framed for a crime he didn't commit. He escapes from prison and seeks to clear his name while also pursuing the woman he loves. Along the way, he confronts the corrupt elements of the town and uncovers the truth behind the conspiracy against him.
Critical Reception
As a silent film from the early 1920s, 'Reno' received modest attention upon its release. Contemporary reviews often highlighted its Western setting and melodramatic plot. While not a major critical success, it was considered a competent example of the genre for its time.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its adventurous Western themes.
- Critiqued for a somewhat predictable narrative.
- Noted for its portrayal of frontier justice.
Google audience: Information regarding specific audience reception for 'Reno' from 1923 is not readily available in contemporary online databases.
Fun Fact
Although directed by Meyrick Milton, the film 'Reno' is sometimes misattributed or confused with other films that share a similar title or theme from the silent era.
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