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The Rawhide Terror
Twelve renegades dressed as Indians kill the parents of two brothers. The brothers who have similar birth marks then separate. Ten years later a man known as the Rawhide Terror is murdering the renegades who are now town citizens. Everyone is after the Rawhide Terror and the two brothers are destined to meet again.
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Plot Summary
A young rancher faces a dilemma when rustlers steal his herd and frame him for the crime. He must clear his name and recover his cattle before it's too late. The film follows his desperate efforts against mounting odds and a corrupt sheriff.
Critical Reception
As a very early B-Western short, 'The Rawhide Terror' received limited contemporary critical attention. Its reception was likely focused on its straightforward Western plot and action typical of the era's low-budget productions. It is generally regarded as a minor entry in the Western genre, appreciated by fans for its historical context and simple narrative.
What Reviewers Say
A simple and direct Western narrative.
Features action sequences characteristic of early Westerns.
Historically significant as an early example of the genre's short films.
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Fun Fact
This film is a rare example of a very early Western short, predating many of the genre's more well-known feature films and serials.
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