The Upland Rider
The Upland Rider

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The Upland Rider

1928
Movie
60 min
English

The honest John Graham and the crooked Ross Cheswick battle for supremacy. Despite Cheswick's unscrupulous methods, Dan and his handsome bronco Tarzan win the Big Race for Graham. Dan's prize: Graham's lovely daughter Sally.

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Director: Louis KingGenres: Western, Drama

Plot Summary

A fearless cowboy, Jim Wade, is framed for a crime he didn't commit and must fight to clear his name. While on the run, he encounters a young woman who becomes entangled in his dangerous quest for justice. Jim must confront the real villains and prove his innocence before it's too late.

Critical Reception

As a silent film from 1928, specific critical reception is difficult to ascertain with modern metrics. However, Westerns of this era, particularly those starring popular actors like Buck Jones, were generally well-received by audiences for their action and straightforward narratives.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its thrilling action sequences common in Westerns.

  • Buck Jones's performance as a heroic cowboy was a consistent draw for audiences.

  • The plot offered standard Western tropes of justice and redemption.

Google audience: Due to the film's age and silent format, contemporary audience reviews are not available. However, films of this genre and era typically appealed to audiences seeking adventure and clear-cut morality tales.

Fun Fact

Buck Jones was one of the most popular Western stars of the silent film era, known for his rugged persona and often performing his own stunts.

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