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Big Game
Larry Winthrop, the pampered son of an aristocratic Boston family, is loved by his wife, Eleanor, but she wants him to prove himself to her as a man.
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Plot Summary
In this silent Western, a young ranch hand named Hoot is wrongly accused of cattle rustling. He must then race against time to clear his name and expose the real culprits before they can escape justice. The film follows his daring pursuit across the rugged frontier, filled with action and suspense.
Critical Reception
As a silent film from 1921, specific critical reception is difficult to ascertain with modern metrics. However, films of this era starring Hoot Gibson were generally popular with audiences for their action and straightforward storytelling. Surviving records suggest it was considered a typical, entertaining Western of its time.
What Reviewers Say
A fast-paced silent Western adventure.
Features the popular Hoot Gibson in a starring role.
A classic example of early 20th-century Western filmmaking.
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Fun Fact
This film is notable for featuring early performances from actors who would go on to have significant careers in Westerns, such as Edmund Cobb and Hoot Gibson himself, who was one of the biggest stars of the silent Western era.
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