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Lumberjack and Lady
A Japanese comedy from the end of the silent era (it has music) from a popular series. A feud, a practical joke and romance are the set up for some great comedy and drama from a team of distinctive appearance who are exploiting their silent cinema styles to the full.
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Plot Summary
A wealthy rancher's daughter falls for a rugged lumberjack, much to her father's disapproval. Their romance is tested by land disputes and the interference of a rival suitor. The film blends romantic drama with action sequences as the lumberjack fights to protect his way of life and win the heart of his lady.
Critical Reception
This film was a modest B-movie production that received little critical attention at the time of its release. It is primarily remembered today as an example of the Western genre's output during the mid-1930s, offering standard entertainment for its target audience.
What Reviewers Say
Offers standard Western fare with a romantic subplot.
The performances are typical for a B-Western of the era.
Features competent direction and a predictable but engaging storyline.
Google audience: Audience reception information for this film is not readily available. It appears to have been a lesser-known production without widespread public commentary.
Fun Fact
The film was produced by Grand National Pictures, a studio that existed for only a few years in the late 1930s and is known for producing some of the early films of James Cagney.
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