Honor of the Range
After Sheriff Ken puts money in the safe, his brother Clem gives Rawhide the combination. With the money gone the disgruntled townsmen make Boots Sheriff and lock up Ken. Clem, now a prisoner of Rawhide, has a change of heart and sends Ken a message with the outlaw's location. Ken escapes by impersonating the saloon entertainer and rides for the hangout.
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Plot Summary
A rancher's son is framed for a crime he didn't commit and must prove his innocence. He goes undercover to expose the real culprits, facing danger and betrayal along the way. The film explores themes of justice and family loyalty in the Old West.
Critical Reception
As a product of its time, 'Honor of the Range' was generally well-received by audiences who enjoyed Westerns, appreciating its action and straightforward narrative. Critical reviews from the era focused on its adherence to genre conventions and star performance.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its fast-paced action sequences typical of early Westerns.
- Ken Maynard's performance as the heroic protagonist was a key draw.
- The plot, while predictable, provided a solid foundation for the Western genre.
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Fun Fact
B. Reeves Eason, the director, was a prolific filmmaker known for his work in Westerns and for often performing dangerous stunts himself in his films.
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