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The First Round-Up
The gang packs up for a camping trip to Cherry Creek two miles from their home, but to them it is the wilderness. After night falls, the hooting owls and croaking frogs conjure up visions of spooks. When a thunderstorm hits, they all scurry for home.
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Plot Summary
A cowboy is framed for a crime he didn't commit and must prove his innocence while dealing with a ruthless gang. He works to clear his name and bring the real culprits to justice.
Critical Reception
As a short Western from the early 1930s, "The First Round-Up" received limited critical attention in its time. Its appeal was primarily to fans of the genre looking for straightforward action and familiar Western tropes. Modern reviews are scarce, but it's generally seen as a typical B-movie of its era.
What Reviewers Say
A straightforward Western short with a predictable plot.
Features standard action sequences typical of the genre.
Its brevity makes it a quick, if unremarkable, viewing experience.
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Fun Fact
Arthur Lubin, known for directing later Universal horror films like "The Wolf Man" and "Cobra Woman," began his career directing numerous B-Westerns like "The First Round-Up."
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