In this satire of silent-film westerns, orphan girl Faro Nell is the belle of a wild west mining town and gold prospector. She is in love with Dick, and plans to go off with him to get an education when a surprise from her past reappears.
Okay, so Faro Nell? It’s a silent western satire from 1929. If you’re into old movies, especially the ones with really big hats and slapstick, you might get a kick out of it. For folks used to loud explosions and talking, this one will probably feel a bit… slow. Definitely not for everyone, but there’s some charm there...
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Comparing the cinematic DNA and archive impact of two defining moments in cult history.
William Watson
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"Okay, so Faro Nell? It’s a silent western satire from 1929. If you’re into old movies, especially the ones with really big hats and slapstick, you might get a kick out of it. For folks used to loud explosions and talking, this one will probably feel a bit… slow. Definitely not for everyone, but there’s some charm there if you let it in. The whole thing is about Faro Nell, played by Louise Fazenda. She's the “belle” of a mining town, also a gold prospector. You see her character pretty much owni..."
Willis Steell
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