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The Orphan Synopsis
A young boy becomes an outlaw to avenge the hanging death of his father. Known as "The Orphan," he is wanted by the law. Sheriff Jim Shields tracks him down, but when the two are attacked by Indians, they temporarily join forces. The Orphan saves Helen, the sheriff's niece, when her stage is attacked by Apaches. Tex Willard, leader of an outlaw gang, plans to kill the Sheriff, but the scheme goes awry. The Orphan, recognizing Willard as the man who killed his father, kills him in a gun duel, is made foreman of the Sheriff's ranch, and wins Helen's love.
Under Two Flags Synopsis
Lewis Victor of the French Foreign Legion is actually Bertie Cecil, a British nobleman hiding from dishonour for a crime actually committed by his brother. He is loved by Cigarette, a camp follower, but he only has eyes for another. The commandant hates him, and Victor is constantly placed in danger in war-torn Algeria. Then his brother arrives, and with him, a chance to clear his name.
"Under Two Flags" is currently leading in ratings, making it a stronger choice for newcomers to the genre.
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The Orphan