Rustlers' Ranch
Rustlers' Ranch

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Rustlers' Ranch

1926
Movie
50 min
English

Lee Crush, an out-of-work cowhand, gets into a fight with Bull Dozier and knocks him through a railing. Thinking he has killed the man, Lee takes to his heels and finds work on the Shawn ranch. Lee prevents Clem Allen from swindling the Widow Shawn and falls in love with her daughter, Mary.

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Director: B. Reeves EasonGenres: Western, Short Film

Plot Summary

A young rancher, Bob, strives to protect his family's herd from rustlers. He faces a dilemma when he falls for a young woman who is secretly involved with the outlaw gang. Bob must use his wits and courage to uncover the truth and save his ranch.

Critical Reception

As a silent short film from the silent era, 'Rustlers' Ranch' would have been evaluated based on its entertainment value and adherence to Western genre conventions of the time. Contemporary reviews, if available, would likely have focused on the action sequences and the performances of the lead actors within the context of early filmmaking.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film delivers typical Western action and melodrama for its era.

  • Bob Reeves provides a capable performance as the heroic protagonist.

  • The plot follows familiar tropes of the Western genre, focusing on ranch protection and a romantic entanglement.

Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for this specific silent short film is not readily available.

Fun Fact

This short film is notable for featuring a young Fay Wray, who would later achieve international fame for her role in the 1933 classic 'King Kong'.

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