Pluck and Plotters
He is the utterly inept janitor in an office building, where an inventor is busy cutting a deal for a new sort of -- well, it looks like it might be a racing car, but it might be a zeppelin. But when Larry is not wielding a broom and forcing everyone into either ducking or taking a pratfall, or dunking an ice cube into the water cooler like an over-sized tea bag, he is fouling up industrial espionage.
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Plot Summary
A young ranch hand, eager to prove his mettle, faces down rustlers and a ruthless land baron. He must use his courage and cunning to protect his family's ranch and the woman he loves. The film culminates in a dramatic showdown that tests his bravery and resourcefulness.
Critical Reception
As a silent film from 1918, specific critical reviews are scarce. However, films of this genre and era typically focused on straightforward narratives of good versus evil, often with clear moral lessons. 'Pluck and Plotters' likely followed this trend, appealing to audiences with its action and straightforward heroism.
What Reviewers Say
- Likely praised for its straightforward narrative and action sequences.
- Appreciated for its clear portrayal of heroism and villainy.
- A typical example of early Western filmmaking focusing on pluck and determination.
Google audience: Information regarding Google user reviews for films from 1918 is not available. Early cinema's audience reception was primarily documented through local newspaper reviews and word-of-mouth.
Fun Fact
Edward Sloman, the director, was also a prolific actor and later became a successful director of many films throughout the silent era and into the early sound period.
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