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The Phantom Bullet
When Click's father is killed by a phantom bullet, he returns home to find the killer. To put the killer off guard he poses as a dude with a camera. Unknown to Click, the camera will reveal the killer's identity.
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Plot Summary
A mysterious figure known as the "Phantom Bullet" roams the frontier, targeting those who have wronged the innocent. Sheriff "Silent" Jack arrives in a troubled town, suspecting the Phantom Bullet's return. He must uncover the truth behind the vigilante's actions while protecting a young woman from a ruthless land baron.
Critical Reception
As a silent Western from the silent film era, specific critical reception details from 1926 are scarce. However, films of this nature typically focused on straightforward action, heroic protagonists, and clear moral dichotomies, which were popular with contemporary audiences.
What Reviewers Say
Silent Westerns of this era offered straightforward action and adventure.
Often featured heroic cowboys battling injustice.
Appealed to audiences seeking clear-cut morality tales.
Google audience: Due to its age and silent film format, detailed audience reviews from platforms like Google are not available for 'The Phantom Bullet'.
Fun Fact
J.P. McGowan was a prolific director and actor in early American cinema, known for his work in Westerns and adventure films.
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