
A jockey and a bettor are the victims of a corrupt bookmaker..

Phillip Scoville
United States

The 1912 film, In the Stretch, is a captivating tale of corruption and deception, set against the backdrop of high-stakes horse racing. Directed by Phillip Scoville, this silent film masterfully weaves a complex narrative, replete with unexpected twists and turns, that keeps viewers on the edge of their seats. The stor...

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Comparing the cinematic DNA and archive impact of two defining moments in cult history.

Will S. Davis

Will S. Davis
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"The 1912 film, In the Stretch, is a captivating tale of corruption and deception, set against the backdrop of high-stakes horse racing. Directed by Phillip Scoville, this silent film masterfully weaves a complex narrative, replete with unexpected twists and turns, that keeps viewers on the edge of their seats. The story follows a jockey, played by Courtney Collins, and a bettor, as they become embroiled in a web of deceit and corruption, courtesy of a cunning bookmaker.As the plot thickens, the ..."

