The Beast
The Beast

The Beast

1916Movie50 minEnglish

Mildred Manning wants to experience the Wild West firsthand with her beau, Sir Charles Beverly. While Charles is gambling, Mildred is saved from two drunken cowboys by Del Burton. Del falls in love with Mildred and follows her back east.

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Director: Dwight B. MacCormackGenres: Drama, Mystery, Crime

Plot Summary

A wealthy young woman is kidnapped by a mysterious criminal known only as 'The Beast'. He demands a hefty ransom, but his true motives are far more sinister than mere greed. As the authorities close in, a desperate race against time ensues to uncover the kidnapper's identity and rescue the captive before it's too late.

Critical Reception

As an early silent film, critical reception is difficult to ascertain with modern metrics. However, films of this era often focused on sensational plots and star power, suggesting that 'The Beast' likely appealed to audiences seeking thrilling melodrama and mystery.

What Reviewers Say

  • A suspenseful early crime drama.
  • Features a compelling cat-and-mouse narrative.
  • Showcases the dramatic talents of its lead actors.

Google audience: Audience reviews from this era are not available.

Fun Fact

This film is considered a lost film, with no known copies existing today, making its detailed plot and reception largely speculative based on historical context and contemporary reviews that are also scarce.

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