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Avenging Angel
A re-edited, digitally colourised and re-scored version of vintage black and white Western 'The Dawn Rider', complete with contemporary, pulse pounding music. The re-edit brings 'The Dawn Rider' down to a 22 minute short version.
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Plot Summary
A young woman inherits a ranch and faces threats from a ruthless cattle baron who desires her land. She enlists the help of a mysterious stranger to defend her property and her life. The film explores themes of justice, greed, and the struggle for survival in the Wild West. Ultimately, she must confront the villain and protect her inheritance.
Critical Reception
As a B-movie Western from 1935, "Avenging Angel" received limited critical attention upon its release. Reviews, where available, likely focused on its straightforward plot and performance within the genre conventions of the era. Audience reception would have been typical for low-budget Westerns, appealing to fans of the genre who sought action and adventure.
What Reviewers Say
A typical, albeit somewhat formulaic, Western narrative.
Features standard action sequences for its time.
Relies on genre tropes for its plot progression.
Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews for "Avenging Angel" is not readily available, as it is an older film with a niche audience.
Fun Fact
The film is notable for being an early example of a Western with a female protagonist taking a central role in defending her property and seeking justice.
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