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The Savage
When Marie Louise, the daughter of the town factor, returns home from school, Julio Sandoval, a reckless young half-breed ruled by his animal instincts, develops a passion for the girl, even though she is engaged to Captain McKeever of the mounted police. Meeting Marie when she is alone in the woods one day, the half-breed carries her to his cabin on the mountain top where he collapses from an attack of mountain fever brought on by overexertion.
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Plot Summary
A ranch hand finds himself in a difficult situation when he is framed for a crime he did not commit. He must then race against time to clear his name and bring the real culprit to justice before it is too late. The film explores themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the struggle for redemption in the American West.
Critical Reception
As a silent film from 1917, detailed critical reception is scarce. However, films of this era, especially Westerns, were generally popular with audiences for their adventure and straightforward narratives. Reviews from the time would likely have focused on the action and the performance of the lead actors.
What Reviewers Say
A typical Western melodrama of its time.
Features the expected elements of frontier justice and adventure.
Limited information available due to its age.
Google audience: Due to the age of the film and its likely limited distribution and preservation, there are no discernible Google user reviews or summaries available.
Fun Fact
This film is considered a lost film, meaning no known prints or copies currently exist, making detailed analysis and contemporary reception information extremely difficult to find.
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