Wild Geese
Wild Geese

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Wild Geese

1927
Movie
70 min
English

Silent romantic melodrama about a wife and mother who is desperate to keep a secret from the past IN the past, despite her husband's intentions to reveal it.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Harry BeaumontGenres: Western, Adventure, Drama

Plot Summary

In the heart of the Klondike Gold Rush, a young woman named Bernice arrives in Skagway, Alaska, disguised as a boy to search for her lost brother. She endures harsh conditions and faces dangers while navigating the treacherous landscape and the rough crowd of gold prospectors. Along the way, she finds unexpected companionship and faces moral dilemmas as the lure of gold tests the humanity of those around her.

Critical Reception

The film was a commercial success and received generally positive reviews for its epic scope, dramatic storytelling, and performances, particularly from Dolores del Río. It was praised for its depiction of the challenges and human spirit during the Gold Rush era.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its ambitious portrayal of the Alaskan Gold Rush.

  • Dolores del Río's performance as Bernice was a standout.

  • The film effectively captured the struggle and drama of the era.

Google audience: Audience reception data for this silent film is not readily available.

Fun Fact

The film was based on the novel 'The Trail of '98' by Robert W. Service, a renowned poet and novelist known for his tales of the Yukon.

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