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Big Stakes

1922 · 61 min Western
5.3 / 10 · TMDB

Chasing a steer across the border a cowboy meets a senorita and stays on making the Mexican Captian jealous. When the Captain plans to have the cowboy killed, the cowboy gets the Captain to agree to a contest between jumping beans. When the cowboy wins he says he will let the senorita decide between the two. But first he rides off to rescue another girl held by the hooded Night Riders and the Captain follows to back him up

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Year 1922
Country United States of America
Genre Western
Director Clifford S. Elfelt
Runtime 61 min.
Rating TMDB: 5.3/10 (3 votes)

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The film constructs its western narrative on an unlikely alliance between rivals, relying on unexpected humor from an absurd bean-jumping contest. It explores themes of honor and courage that ultimately transcend personal jealousy and conflict.

What lingers after the final ride is a sense of chivalrous camaraderie and the satisfying simplicity of a duel where fairness wins the day. — MovieFinder Editorial

Director: Clifford S. Elfelt

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With a sense of nostalgic adventure, perfect for a relaxed evening of classic storytelling.

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