Intending to wipe out a lawless gang of outlaws, Dane Gordon (Jack Hoxie), poses as an ex-convict and joins the gang. Complications arise when he falls in love with "Goldie" Fleming (Lola Todd), stenographer for the respected citizen, "Bat" Jacjson (Jere Austin), that is the secret leader of the outlaws.
Is The Demon (1926) worth watching today? Short answer: yes, but with significant caveats that demand a specific kind of viewer. This film is a fascinating historical artifact best suited for silent film enthusiasts, Western aficionados, and those keen to observe the nascent stages of genre filmmaking; it is decidedly ...
Comparing the cinematic DNA and archive impact of two defining moments in cult history.
Clifford Smith
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"Is The Demon (1926) worth watching today? Short answer: yes, but with significant caveats that demand a specific kind of viewer. This film is a fascinating historical artifact best suited for silent film enthusiasts, Western aficionados, and those keen to observe the nascent stages of genre filmmaking; it is decidedly not for audiences seeking modern pacing, sophisticated narratives, or high-fidelity restoration. For those willing to engage with its particular rhythms and period sensibilities, ..."
William C. Beal, Buckleigh Fritz Oxford, Alan James
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