Below the Deadline
Below the Deadline

Movie spotlight

Below the Deadline

1921
Movie
50 min
English

Wharf-master Buck Elliot is the leader of a band of murderous crooks. The gang shoots down a policeman in a wharf side scuffle, and Detective Donovan swears revenge on the murderer.

Insights

Director: Jack ConwayGenres: Western, Drama

Plot Summary

A ranch hand is wrongly accused of a crime and must clear his name. He becomes involved with outlaws and faces danger as he tries to uncover the truth. The film follows his perilous journey through the Wild West.

Critical Reception

As a silent film from the early 1920s, specific critical reception is difficult to pinpoint with modern metrics. However, Westerns of this era were generally popular, and Hoot Gibson was a well-regarded star in the genre, suggesting it was likely well-received by its target audience.

What Reviewers Say

  • Likely a standard, enjoyable Western adventure for its time.

  • Showcased the popular persona of star Hoot Gibson.

  • A typical narrative of mistaken identity and frontier justice.

Google audience: Due to the film's age and lack of widespread digital availability, there are no specific Google user reviews or summaries available.

Awards & Accolades

None notable.

Fun Fact

This film is considered a lost film, meaning no known copies exist today, making it impossible to view.

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