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Good Men and True
J. Wesley Pringle and S. S. Thorpe are running against each other for sheriff. Unscrupulous Thorpe has his gang kidnap Pringle to prevent his win but Georgie Hibler, the daughter of Pringle's biggest supporter and her good friend, Fite, whom Pringle had saved from suicide, team up to saves him from the gang. Pringle wins the election and the girl!
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Plot Summary
A young rancher, seeking to prove his worth and clear his family's name, engages in a series of challenging endeavors. He faces trials of courage and integrity as he navigates the rugged landscape of the West and contends with rivals and difficult circumstances. His journey is one of self-discovery and a quest for justice in a land where law is often scarce.
Critical Reception
As a silent film from 1922, detailed critical reception is scarce and difficult to ascertain. Films of this era were often reviewed in local newspapers or trade publications, with few comprehensive archives remaining. General audiences of the time likely appreciated Westerns for their action and dramatic narratives.
What Reviewers Say
Early Westerns provided escapist entertainment for audiences.
Silent films relied heavily on visual storytelling and dramatic performance.
The genre often explored themes of frontier justice and moral fortitude.
Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for this specific 1922 film is not available.
Fun Fact
Despite its subject matter, 'Good Men and True' is notable for being a relatively early example of a narrative Western film that explored themes of honor and personal struggle on the American frontier.
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