The Trail of the Horse Thieves


1929

Film Details

Genre
Western
Release Date
Jan 13, 1929
Premiere Information
not available
Production Company
FBO Pictures
Distribution Company
RKO Productions
Country
United States
Screenplay Information
Based on the short story "Desert Madness" by William E. Wing (publication undetermined).

Synopsis

Vic Stanley, a wandering cowboy, is found by Clint Taggart and his daughter, Amy, after he has escaped from a band of rustlers. Upon recovering his sight from a desert sandstorm, he sees and falls in love with Amy and becomes resolute in his decision to uncover the identity of the rustlers and particularly their leader, "The Eagle." Though blind during his capture, he nevertheless recognizes the voice of The Eagle in McElroy, a leading banker. After another escape from the gang, Vic manages to save Taggart and Amy from The Eagle's sticky clutches, exposes their operation, and proceeds on course with Amy.

Film Details

Genre
Western
Release Date
Jan 13, 1929
Premiere Information
not available
Production Company
FBO Pictures
Distribution Company
RKO Productions
Country
United States
Screenplay Information
Based on the short story "Desert Madness" by William E. Wing (publication undetermined).

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