The Texan
Tex Benton, riding across the country, sees a turtle, catches a jack rabbit and tests out the old fable of the tortoise and the hare; when the rabbit wins, Tex vows to model his behavior on that style. In a border town, he rescues an Indian, "Bat," and the two become friends. In Wolfville, Tex enters a rodeo. Meanwhile, a stalled Eastern train carries Alice Marcum, the girl Tex decides he wants. Tex competes with an Easterner for the girl's attentions, but Tex, the "hare," loses to the Eastern tenderfoot, the "tortoise." Tex then concludes that he is not the marrying kind.
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Plot Summary
A young rancher, struggling with his outlaw father's legacy, is torn between his desire for a peaceful life and the call of revenge. He falls for a woman who is unaware of his past, complicating his efforts to redeem himself. Ultimately, he must confront his heritage to protect those he cares about.
Critical Reception
As a silent film from 1920, contemporary critical reviews are scarce and difficult to access. However, films starring Tom Mix were generally popular with audiences of the era, known for their straightforward Western action and Mix's charismatic persona. The film likely received positive audience reception for its genre elements.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its action sequences typical of early Westerns.
- Tom Mix's performance was a draw for audiences of the time.
- A straightforward narrative that appealed to fans of the genre.
Google audience: Information regarding specific Google user reviews for this silent film is not available.
Fun Fact
Tom Mix was one of the biggest stars of the silent Western era, known for his elaborate costumes and daring stunts, often performing them himself.
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