Film vs Film
Select two cult films to compare side by side.
Shadows of the North Synopsis
Ben Darby and Pancake, his father, are owners of a mining claim in Northwest Canada. Ben goes to war, leaving Pancake to run the mine. During Ben's absence three claim jumpers take possession of the mine: one of the men is the father of Beatrice, Ben's sweetheart; another, a rival suitor. Pancake is murdered when he and Ben plot to regain the claim. Ben kidnaps Beatrice, resolving to obtain revenge through her. Ben finds that she knew nothing of the stolen claim and that her father was innocent of Pancake's murder. Ben wins back the claim and marries Beatrice.
The Night Riders Synopsis
In Alberta, Canada, a Cornish emigrant unmasks a rustler posing as the girl's "blind" father.
"Shadows of the North" holds a slight edge in general audience appreciation, but "The Night Riders" offers its own unique cult appeal.
Suggested Watch:
Shadows of the NorthBoth films share