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The Stranger

1918 · 14 min Comedy
5.5 / 10 · TMDB

After a luckless prospecting trip, Billy starts homeward across the desert, mounted on his little burro with his pick, shovel and pack strapped up behind him. Finally he comes in sight of Red Dog Gulch and, hungry and thirsty, he pushes on toward the city. Susie is the daughter of the town drunkard. She starts out on her horse for a little ride, and a little way from town is attacked by Pedro and Little Casino, two Mexicans, who try to steal her horse. Billy happens along, runs the Mexicans off and takes Susie back to town.

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Year 1918
Country United States of America
Genre Comedy
Director Arvid E. Gillstrom
Runtime 14 min.
Rating TMDB: 5.5/10 (2 votes)

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The film constructs a classic silent western-comedy framework, relying on the contrast between a weary but good-natured prospector and cartoonish villains. It explores chase sequences and physical slapstick as its primary narrative fuel.

Those who tire of modern complexities will find a brisk, cheerful adventure where virtue wins with uncomplicated charm. What lingers after is the simple pleasure of a predictable yet energetic rescue. — MovieFinder Editorial

Director: Arvid E. Gillstrom

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With a light snack on a lazy afternoon, to match its brisk pace and silent-era physical comedy.

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