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Range Law
Having escaped from prison, a cowboy looks for the man that framed him.
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Plot Summary
In this brief Western, a rancher's daughter is targeted by a ruthless cattle rustler. The rancher must confront the villain and protect his daughter and livelihood. The story unfolds with classic Western elements of good versus evil in a rugged frontier setting.
Critical Reception
As a short film from 1931, contemporary critical reception is not widely documented. However, films of this era starring Hoot Gibson were generally popular with audiences for their straightforward action and familiar Western tropes. Modern appreciation tends to focus on its historical significance as an example of early sound Westerns.
What Reviewers Say
A standard, brief Western with familiar plot points.
Features action typical of early Western shorts.
Showcases the era's approach to frontier justice narratives.
Google audience: Audience reviews for this short film are scarce, but it is generally viewed as a serviceable entry in the Western genre from its time.
Fun Fact
Hoot Gibson was a popular Western star in the silent era and successfully transitioned to early sound films, often appearing in short features like 'Range Law'.
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