Bryce Cardigan struggles to protect his Redwood inheritance from a railroad-owner, who is also the guardian of the woman Bryce loves..
Is this film worth watching today? Short answer: Yes, but only if you have a genuine appreciation for the rugged, physical storytelling of the late silent era. This film is for the preservationist at heart and those who enjoy the archetypal 'man vs. industry' struggle; it is NOT for viewers who require modern pacing or...
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"Is this film worth watching today? Short answer: Yes, but only if you have a genuine appreciation for the rugged, physical storytelling of the late silent era. This film is for the preservationist at heart and those who enjoy the archetypal 'man vs. industry' struggle; it is NOT for viewers who require modern pacing or psychological ambiguity.This film works because it utilizes the natural scale of the California Redwoods to create a sense of awe that no studio set could ever replicate. This fil..."
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