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Rounding Up the Law
Larry Connell arrives in a border town run by Sheriff Bull Weyman and Branch Doughty. Connell wins the sheriff's ranch at draw poker, but Weyman uses his influence with Judge Hyland to have Larry declared bankrupt. Larry attempts to fight foul with fair, but the sale of his cattle pushes him over the edge. Larry holds up Doughty and subsequently gets arrested, but escapes, intending to blow up the sheriff's office.
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Plot Summary
In this silent Western, a determined cowboy goes undercover to expose a ring of cattle rustlers operating in the rugged frontier. He faces numerous dangers and moral dilemmas as he infiltrates the criminal organization, aiming to bring them to justice and protect the innocent ranchers.
Critical Reception
As a silent film from 1922, specific critical reviews are scarce. However, Westerns of this era were generally popular, with audiences appreciating the action, clear-cut morality, and frontier settings.
What Reviewers Say
Appreciated for its action sequences and straightforward narrative.
Enjoyed by audiences for its depiction of the Old West.
Seen as a typical example of early Western filmmaking.
Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for this film is not available due to its age and the format of film consumption during its release.
Fun Fact
This film is considered a lost film, meaning no known copies exist today, making detailed analysis and specific accolades difficult to ascertain.
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