In Old Mexico
In Old Mexico

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In Old Mexico

1938
Movie
67 min
English

Escaped criminal "The Fox" hates Hoppy and a Rurales colonel for imprisoning him and lures Cassidy to Mexico in order to exact his vengeance.

Insights

IMDb6.1/10
Director: B. Reeves EasonGenres: Western, Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

This Western film follows the story of a wealthy and beloved bandit in Mexico named "Chico" who lives a life of adventure and romance. He is known for his generosity and charisma, often helping the poor while evading authorities. His life takes a turn when he becomes entangled with a young woman and finds himself in a dangerous game of cat and mouse.

Critical Reception

Released during the twilight of the silent film era and early sound features, "In Old Mexico" was a typical B-movie Western of its time, catering to a specific audience that enjoyed the charismatic leads and familiar tropes. While not a critical darling, it was generally received as a harmless and entertaining entry in the genre, appreciated for its action and the star power of Tom Mix.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its adventurous plot and the enduring appeal of star Tom Mix.

  • Seen as a solid, if unremarkable, example of a mid-to-late 1930s Western.

  • Appreciated for its romantic elements and the protagonist's roguish charm.

Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews from this era is not readily available. However, films of this nature typically garnered positive sentiment from fans of the Western genre who enjoyed straightforward action and heroic figures.

Fun Fact

Tom Mix, who plays the bandit 'Chico', was a legendary figure in early Western films and was known for performing many of his own stunts, including riding his famous horse, Tony.

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