During the American civil war, the Union is at a point where it desperately needs gold to pay for the armies and to maintain its credit. Agent Bob Scott is sent to California to eliminate the bandit gangs that have been attacking the gold shipments being sent back east.
Is The California Mail worth digging up today? Absolutely, if you’re into classic silent Westerns, especially with a real cowboy doing his own stunts. This one’s a solid pick for anyone who loves that old-school grit and some genuinely impressive horsemanship. If you’re allergic to intertitles or prefer your action wit...
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Albert S. Rogell
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"Is The California Mail worth digging up today? Absolutely, if you’re into classic silent Westerns, especially with a real cowboy doing his own stunts. This one’s a solid pick for anyone who loves that old-school grit and some genuinely impressive horsemanship. If you’re allergic to intertitles or prefer your action with a booming soundtrack, you might find it a bit slow. The Union needs gold, badly, during the Civil War. That’s the setup, simple and effective. Agent Bob Scott, played by Ken May..."
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