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Gold from Weepah
Jim Blaine and his daughter Elsie meet Bill Carson , while en route to Weepah in search of gold. Elsie, who is much admired by Bill, plays the violin in the dance-hall managed by Steve Morton, who controls a gang of claim jumpers. Elsie's father is robbed of gold dust by one of Morton's men, Bill recovers it and indicates he knows the culprit.
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Plot Summary
A struggling prospector finds a rich vein of gold, but his newfound wealth attracts dangerous attention. He must protect his claim and his love interest from greedy outlaws who will stop at nothing to seize his fortune.
Critical Reception
As a silent film from 1927, critical reception is difficult to ascertain through modern metrics. However, contemporary reviews generally highlighted its dramatic tension and romantic elements within a Western setting. It was considered a moderately successful B-movie production of its time.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its suspenseful plot and the performances of its leads.
Considered a solid, if unremarkable, Western melodrama.
Appreciated for its depiction of the harsh realities of prospecting.
Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews for this film is not available due to its age and the shift in how film reviews were cataloged.
Fun Fact
The film is notable for being an early example of a Western that focused heavily on the romantic entanglement between its protagonists, a theme often secondary in earlier Westerns.
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