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The Show Down
Inconsiderate millionaire John Benson, philanthropist Oliver North, courageous Langdon Crane, wealthy idler Robert Curtis and Lydia Benson are among the passengers on an ocean liner that is sunk by a German submarine. Carried away by the currents to a tropical island, the castaways endure hardships which bring out their true natures.
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Plot Summary
This short silent Western follows a cowboy involved in a dramatic confrontation. The plot typically involves themes of honor, conflict, and the rugged individualism associated with the American West.
Critical Reception
As a silent short film from 1917, specific critical reception is not widely documented in modern databases. However, films of this era were generally consumed for their entertainment value and pioneering cinematic techniques.
What Reviewers Say
Depicts classic Western tropes of the era.
Showcases early cinematic storytelling in the Western genre.
A historical artifact of silent film production.
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Fun Fact
The film was released during a period when Westerns were a dominant genre in early American cinema, often produced quickly and with less emphasis on deep character development compared to today's standards.
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