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Tearing Through
Richard Jones is the assistant to the district attorney. He decides to single-handedly expose a drug ring that is terrorizing Madison, a reformer. Madison's son, Bob, has become a hophead because of the ring, and Greer, Jones' rival for the hand of Madison's daughter, Constance, is the ring's leader. The district attorney himself is in league with Greer as well. Jones disguises himself as an Asian, leaps over tenement roofs, beats up a mob of Chinese gangsters, and performs several dozen other daredevil feats.
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Plot Summary
A young rancher must protect his father's land from a ruthless railroad baron. He faces numerous challenges, including sabotage and dangerous stunts, all while trying to win the affection of the local schoolteacher. The film culminates in a thrilling showdown where justice is served.
Critical Reception
As a silent film from the early days of Hollywood, 'Tearing Through' was generally well-received by audiences for its exciting action sequences and the popular appeal of its star, Hoot Gibson. Critical reviews from the era often highlighted the impressive stunts and straightforward heroic narrative typical of Westerns from this period. While specific contemporary reviews are scarce, the film's place in Gibson's prolific career suggests it was a satisfactory entry for fans of the genre.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for Hoot Gibson's charismatic performance and daring stunts.
Applauded for its classic Western themes and fast-paced narrative.
Seen as an entertaining example of early 20th-century adventure cinema.
Google audience: Audience reception information for this silent film is not readily available.
Fun Fact
Hoot Gibson was known for performing many of his own stunts, which were often quite dangerous, adding to the authenticity and thrill of his films like 'Tearing Through'.
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