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Danger Trail
John Howland travels to the frozen North to build a branch of the Hudson Bay Railroad. There he meets and falls in love with Meleese Thoreau who warns him that her three bloodthirsty brothers, Max, Pierre and François, have sworn vengeance against a man named John Howland, the son of a man who killed their mother, and that torture and death await him along the route to his station.
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Plot Summary
In this early Western, a lone prospector finds himself in a perilous situation as he navigates the rugged wilderness and deals with the dangers that arise from his pursuit of gold. His journey is fraught with natural obstacles and potential conflicts, testing his resilience and resourcefulness.
Critical Reception
As an early silent film, specific critical reception details for 'Danger Trail' are not widely documented in modern archives. However, films of this era often focused on action, melodrama, and straightforward storytelling, appealing to audiences looking for escapism and adventure.
What Reviewers Say
The film likely offered straightforward Western action and adventure typical of the period.
Early silent Westerns often relied on strong visual storytelling and melodramatic plots.
The performances of its stars, including Harry Carey, were generally praised for their earnestness.
Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for this film is not available due to its age and the format of early film distribution and reception.
Fun Fact
This film is notable for featuring Harry Carey, a major star of early Westerns, and Hoot Gibson, who would go on to have his own prolific career as a Western actor.
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