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Movie poster: Alkali Ike Bests Broncho Billy (1912)
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Alkali Ike Bests Broncho Billy

1912 · 13 min Comedy Western
4.0 / 10 · TMDB

When rancher Arthur Mackley welcomes his daughter (Florence Perkes) to his ranch for a visit, all of the cowboys compete for her affections.

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Year 1912
Country United Kingdom
Genre Comedy, Western
Director Gilbert M. Anderson
Runtime 13 min.
Rating TMDB: 4.0/10 (1 votes)

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The film constructs a classic comedic premise by juxtaposing the rugged ranch life with the universal folly of courtship. It relies on the physical humor and sight gags endemic to early cinema, where clarity and rhythm of the joke trump narrative complexity.

Those who tire of modern irony will find a charming, briskly paced vaudeville in which dusty showdowns are replaced by a battle of awkward affections. What lingers after the reel is the pure, uncomplicated energy of a cinematic cartoon. — MovieFinder Editorial

Director: Gilbert M. Anderson

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Watch with friends, embracing the innocent slapstick of early film. Perfect for a lighthearted break.

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