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Blaze Away
'Tuck' Martin, a crooked rancher, plots to acquire possession of the neighboring ranch belonging to 'Pop' Melody, whose daughter, Molly, is in love with 'Big Boy.' Bill Lang, the Melody ranchman, is in league with Martin and succeeds in rendering Melody helpless, although he had originally intended to have him killed. An attack on the cottage discloses the double dealing of the foreman, who is finally brought to justice, with nothing but happiness left for 'Big Boy' and Molly.
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Plot Summary
In this silent Western short, a cowboy finds himself in a tense standoff after a dispute over a stolen horse. He must navigate loyalty and betrayal to clear his name and protect his reputation in the rough and tumble world of the frontier. The film showcases classic Western tropes with action and a straightforward narrative.
Critical Reception
As a silent short from 1922, specific critical reception is scarce in modern records. However, films of this era, particularly Westerns, were generally popular with audiences looking for straightforward entertainment and action. Its short runtime suggests it was likely shown as part of a larger program in theaters.
What Reviewers Say
A typical silent Western short of its time.
Features standard elements of frontier action and melodrama.
Likely enjoyed by audiences for its brief, action-packed narrative.
Google audience: Information on audience reviews for this specific short film from 1922 is not available.
Fun Fact
James W. Horne, the director of "Blaze Away," later became a prolific director of Western films and serials, as well as directing Harold Lloyd in the acclaimed silent comedy "The Freshman" (1925).
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