Following a murder by a band of robbers, Dick Mansfield and the victim's dog, Sandow, travel west in pursuit of the leader, Robert Ludlow, and his confederate, Trigger Kincaid. Trigger is captured by the sheriff, who is later convinced by Robert that Dick is the actual criminal mastermind.


Is Avenging Fangs worth watching today? Short answer: Yes, but only if you have a deep-seated appreciation for the historical evolution of the 'animal hero' subgenre. This film is specifically for silent film completionists and those who find the primitive mechanics of 1920s Westerns charming rather than tedious. It is...


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"Is Avenging Fangs worth watching today? Short answer: Yes, but only if you have a deep-seated appreciation for the historical evolution of the 'animal hero' subgenre. This film is specifically for silent film completionists and those who find the primitive mechanics of 1920s Westerns charming rather than tedious. It is certainly NOT for anyone looking for a complex, morally grey narrative or modern production values.The Core Verdict1) This film works because Sandow the Dog delivers a performance..."
Sandow the Dog
George W. Pyper
United States

1934 · IMDb 5.8

