Garrison's Finish
Billy Garrison, a jockey, is framed and suspended for throwing a face. Depressed, he goes to a bar and eventually gets into a fight. He loses his memory, and is taken to the home of pretty young Sue Desha, who gets him a job as a jockey for her father, Col. Desha. Unfortunately, the man who framed Billy, named Crimmins, finds out he's working for the Sue's father and reveals Billy's past to the colonel. Complications ensue.
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Plot Summary
A young man, Tom Garrison, strives to live up to his late father's racing legacy, facing financial struggles and a rival who seeks to sabotage his efforts. He finds love and support from a determined young woman who believes in his capabilities. Ultimately, Tom must overcome personal doubt and external obstacles to achieve victory and honor his family name.
Critical Reception
As a silent film from the early 1920s, specific detailed critical reception is scarce. However, films of this era that featured sports drama and romantic elements often appealed to general audiences for their straightforward storytelling and emotional arcs. Contemporary reviews, though less accessible today, likely focused on the performances and the excitement of the racing sequences.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its dramatic racing sequences.
- Appreciated for its romantic subplots.
- Considered a typical example of early 20s sports melodrama.
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Fun Fact
Richard Dix, who played the lead role of Tom Garrison, would go on to have a significant career in Hollywood, starring in numerous films throughout the 1920s and 1930s, including the acclaimed 'The 10 Commandments' (1923) directed by Cecil B. DeMille.
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