The Shadow of Lightning Ridge

A brisk, old-fashioned silent western with clear heroes and villains, offering simple, nostalgic thrills.

Directed by

Wilfred Lucas

Genres

Action, Western

Starring

Rex 'Snowy' Baker, Wilfred Lucas, Agnes Vernon

Overview

Vowing vengeance on Edward Marriott, whom he believes to have dishonored his mother, The Shadow is a highwayman who robs only Marriott. The Shadow attracts the interest of Dorothy Harden, Marriott's fiancee, and finally he captures her. The action includes the kidnapping, by The Shadow's rival, Ben, of Dorothy; The Shadow's capture and escape; and his rescue of Dorothy. All is happily resolved when Dorothy declares her love for The Shadow and Marriott proves to be innocent of injuring The Shadow's mother.

How it feels

Earnest, romantic and tense. Brisk and needs your attention.

About

Revenge, identity, love, betrayal

Content

Mild violence. No gore, sexual content or swearing.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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