Cheyenne's Pal
During World War I, westerner Cheyenne Harry is a horse seller, but he refuses to part with his favorite horse and friend, Cactus. One night, broke and drunk, he sells Cactus to an Englishman for $350 which he soon loses gambling. When Harry discovers that Cactus is being sent to the war in France and probable death, he gets a horse- tending job on the ship. When they get the opportunity Harry jumps off the ship with Cactus and they swim to shore. Harry is eventually caught but is allowed to work off his debt and keep Cactus.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 1917 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | War |
| Director | John Ford |
| Runtime | 20 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 4.5/10 (2 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
The film constructs a simple yet touching parable of loyalty, contrasting the brutality of war with the intimate drama of an ordinary man. It relies on the archetypal western hero, placing him within the unfamiliar, grim context of a global conflict.
What lingers after the final reel is a quiet reflection on friendship as a form of resistance. The bond between man and animal emerges as a pure, unwavering constant in a fractured world. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: John Ford
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