The Redeemed Claim
The Redeemed Claim

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The Redeemed Claim

1913
Movie
27 min
English

George Ingraham is refused a loan by all the money lenders in town, until one of them accidentally discovering that a vein of gold runs through Ingraham's land, offers to lend him the money on the property, with the understanding that he is to take possession if the money is not paid back by 12 o'clock noon on September 30th.

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Director: Francis BoggsGenres: Drama, Western

Plot Summary

A gold prospector faces numerous challenges and moral dilemmas as he tries to secure his claim and escape the clutches of a ruthless competitor. The film follows his journey through the harsh conditions of the West, highlighting themes of perseverance and justice.

Critical Reception

As a silent film from 1913, specific contemporary critical reception is not widely documented. However, its genre and release period suggest it was likely received as a typical Western drama of the era, focusing on action and clear moral narratives.

What Reviewers Say

  • Lost film, reception unknown.

  • Likely aligned with early Western melodrama tropes.

  • Focus on themes of greed and redemption common to the period.

Google audience: As this film is a lost silent movie, there is no available data on Google user reviews or audience reception.

Fun Fact

The Redeemed Claim is considered a lost film, meaning no known copies exist today, making it a historical enigma for film scholars.

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