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Immediate Lee
Immediate Lee, employed on the ranch owned by one Masters, is discharged by the manager through the influence of one of his men, who is in the brand blotting game with Masters. Beulah, a dance-hall girl, has attracted the attention of Hurley, a brand blotter, but prefers Lee. Hurley entraps Lee and cuts his mouth open with a wide gash, which leaves a permanent scar. Lee vows vengeance and follows the man all over the country. He at last meets him face to face, but Hurley is saved by the intercession of Beulah. He later is killed in a fierce encounter. The brand blotters are discovered and punished by the aid of Immediate Lee, and Beulah receives the reward of loyalty and devotion by becoming Lee's wife.
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Plot Summary
A young rancher, Lee, is wrongly accused of a crime he did not commit and must escape to the wilderness to survive. He finds himself in a harsh land where he must rely on his wits and courage to overcome numerous obstacles. Along the way, he encounters hardship, discovers his true strength, and ultimately seeks to clear his name and return to his life.
Critical Reception
As a silent film from 1916, contemporary critical reception is scarce and difficult to verify. However, films of this era often focused on strong melodrama and clear moral narratives, which 'Immediate Lee' likely embodied. Its reception would have been tied to its popularity as an adventure and Western story.
What Reviewers Say
Melodramatic plot driven by accusations and escape.
Features elements of a Western adventure with a lone protagonist.
Focuses on the character's struggle for survival and redemption.
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Fun Fact
This film is considered a lost film, meaning no known copies exist today.
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