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The Whip
Lord Brancaster, a decent and upright British nobleman, loses his memory in an accident. While in this amnesiac condition, he becomes involved with the training of a horse, the Whip, for racing at Ascot.
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Plot Summary
A ranch owner is accused of rustling cattle and faces the wrath of the local community. He must fight to clear his name and protect his ranch from falling into the wrong hands. Along the way, he finds love and faces betrayal.
Critical Reception
As a silent film from the late 1920s, 'The Whip' received modest attention during its release. Contemporary reviews likely focused on its Western elements and melodramatic plot. Modern critical analysis is limited due to its status as a lost film.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its Western setting and dramatic tension.
The plot's melodramatic elements were a common feature of films from this era.
Acting performances were generally noted as adequate for the time.
Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for 'The Whip (1928)' is unavailable due to its age and status as a lost film.
Fun Fact
'The Whip' is considered a lost film, meaning no known copies exist today. Its story was adapted from a popular play of the same name by Booth Tarkington and Cecil B. DeMille.
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