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The Cisco Kid rides again! This time, he robs a bank to save pretty widow Sally Benton and her ranch. After developing a good relationship with Sally’s children, he risks life and limb in order to save her little one.
The Cisco Kid, a charming and roguish bandit, finds himself in trouble with the law and a vengeful general. While on the run, he encounters and quickly falls for the spirited Cisco Kid. Their burgeoning romance is tested by constant danger and their attempts to outwit their pursuers. The film blends action-packed sequences with lighthearted banter and musical numbers.
Upon its release, 'The Cisco Kid' was generally well-received for its entertaining blend of Western action, comedy, and romance. Warner Baxter's charismatic performance as the titular character was a highlight, and the chemistry between Baxter and Lupe Velez added to its appeal. While not a groundbreaking film, it was considered a solid entry in the Western genre of its era.
Praised for its fast-paced narrative and engaging performances, particularly from Warner Baxter.
Appreciated for its lighthearted take on the Western genre, incorporating humor and romance.
Noted as an enjoyable, if somewhat conventional, early sound Western.
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Warner Baxter won the Academy Award for Best Actor for his role as the Cisco Kid in the 1929 film 'In Old Arizona', which predates this sequel and established the character's popularity.
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Warner Baxter dons his silver-studded black shirt and tries on the mantle of this legendary gunslinger trying to stay one step ahead of "Sgt. Dunn" (Edmund Lowe). When the latter man almost hits his mark, the injured "Kid" is lucky to aligh...