The Dare-Devil
The movie makers are filming the next installment of the western serial "Get Your Man". The movie's leading man wants his stunt double to do the next dangerous stunt. Purely by accident, a hapless, cross-eyed aspiring actor named Joe Magee ends up doing the stunt perfectly. He ends up doing dangerous stunt after stunt, all by accident, that fit the movie so perfectly that the movie's leading lady wants him in the picture. The exasperated director finds that getting Joe to do the stunts on command is an entirely different story.
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Plot Summary
A daring young cowboy, known for his wild stunts and willingness to take risks, finds himself in a predicament when he falls for the daughter of a wealthy rancher. He must prove his worth and overcome obstacles, including rival suitors and potential danger, to win her heart and secure his future.
Critical Reception
As a silent film from the early 1920s, specific critical reception is difficult to ascertain with modern metrics. However, films starring Hoot Gibson were generally popular with audiences of the era, appreciated for their action sequences and Gibson's charismatic cowboy persona.
What Reviewers Say
- Enjoyed for its thrilling stunt work and straightforward Western narrative.
- Appreciated the lead actor's cowboy charm and adventurous spirit.
- A typical, albeit well-executed, example of early 1920s Western cinema.
Google audience: Due to the film's age, contemporary audience reviews are not available. However, similar films from this period were generally well-received by their target audiences for providing escapist entertainment.
Fun Fact
This film is considered a lost film, with no known copies existing today, making it a subject of interest for film historians and archivists.
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