The Squaw Man
Framed for embezzlement, an English nobleman flees to America, eventually finding romance in Wyoming with a young Native-American. This is the 1918 remake of the 1913 original, the first feature length Hollywood film. It is considered to be a lost film with only one reel still extant.
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Plot Summary
In 1860s Wyoming, British nobleman Lord John 'Halcer' Ingram flees to America to escape a scandal and begins a new life as a rancher. He falls in love with a Native American woman, Little Dove, and marries her, despite the disapproval of his family back home. Their relationship faces numerous challenges, including societal prejudice and the interference of an unscrupulous villain.
Critical Reception
As one of Cecil B. DeMille's early Western epics, 'The Squaw Man' was a significant commercial success and is recognized for its contribution to the genre. While specific contemporary critical reviews are scarce, its popularity indicated a positive reception from audiences of the era, appreciating its romantic and dramatic themes.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its epic scale and romantic narrative typical of DeMille's early work.
- Noted for its portrayal of cross-cultural romance and the challenges faced by its protagonists.
- Considered a significant film in the development of the Western genre during the silent film era.
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Fun Fact
This film was Cecil B. DeMille's first feature-length Western and marked his first collaboration with Dustin Farnum, establishing a successful partnership.
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