Gold Is Where You Find It
Colonel Ferris, a wealthy farmer in northern California, is strongly opposed to hydraulic mining, a new method developed during the gold rush of the 1870's, which is flooding the area's prosperous farmlands. Despite Ferris' political stance, Jared Whitney, a mining engineer from the East, becomes friends with the colonel's son Lance and falls in love with his daughter Serena. Family tensions deepen when the colonel's brother Ralph gives up farming to go to San Francisco to work for his wife Rosanna's father, Harrison McCooey, a leader in the mining venture. When Lance follows Ralph, the colonel, focusing his anger on Jared, forbids him to see Serena.
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Plot Summary
In 1850s California, a mining company owner faces a dilemma when his discovery of gold threatens the livelihoods of local farmers. He must choose between personal wealth and the well-being of the community, navigating challenges from rival prospectors and the complexities of love and loyalty.
Critical Reception
Released during the golden age of Hollywood, 'Gold Is Where You Find It' was a popular Technicolor Western that received a mixed reception from critics. While praised for its visual splendor and star power, some found its narrative predictable.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its early use of Technicolor and grand Western scenery.
- Features a compelling cast, though the plot is considered somewhat conventional for the genre.
- Offers a blend of action, romance, and historical drama set against a California backdrop.
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Fun Fact
This was Warner Bros.' first feature film produced entirely in the three-strip Technicolor process, showcasing advancements in color cinematography for the era.
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