Six Feet Four (1919) Poster

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I love the author and his work
jillibatise29 October 2006
Jackson Gregory is considered one of the "sons" of California writers. He is a descendant of the De la Guerra and Hartnell family, shipping magnet and land owner of early California history. He wrote over forty books and several were made into movies in England's early movie day.

I have not seen this movie, but have read many of his books. One of the things that I, as a woman, really appreciate about this author is that he wrote about strong women in a time when this was rarely done. I would love to see the movie, and if anyone has knowledge as to where a copy could be found, it would be greatly treasured.

Oh, by the way, I am his granddaughter, so I could be ever so biased.
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8/10
"A Production of Unusual Merit"
kidboots21 January 2017
Warning: Spoilers
....that's how the movie is introduced and it is - for an early western. Also a showcase for a forgotten star, William Russell. William Who? but back in the teens he was noteworthy enough to write a piece for a 1917 "Motion Picture Magazine" on "Being a Hero" and how he copes with the many letters from fluttery female fans!!

As the storm outside rages, the older inhabitants of Dry Town put forth theories and stories about the spate of killings and robberies that seemed to have only just started with the arrival of the new sheriff. Against all odds the stage coach gets through, among the travellers, comely Winifred Waverley (Vola Vale) but as soon as the congratulations that a road agent was kept away by the weather die down, one bursts in and demands the stage coach takings!! Soon after Buck Thornton (William Russelll) also known as "Six Foot Four" walks in - and even though he is well known and highly thought of - it doesn't take long for some of the old codgers to start believing in his guilt (even though there is no way the real robber was as tall!!). This is a very involving western with lots of twists and turns - it's clear that the sheriff and his minions are the baddies, including Winifred's uncle who only messaged her to pick up a large sum of money in the hope that Buck would accompany her home (which he does) and so dig an even deeper coincidental pit for himself. Soon after arriving Winifred is paid another visit by the robber!! She thinks it is Buck pulling a gag and playfully hands over the money but even she doubts him when he proclaims his innocence!!

There is even yet another plot twist when Buck sees a Wanted Poster and recognizes his old friend Jimmy Clayton who later turns up wounded and has Buck promising to bring gambler Kid Bedloe to his dying bedside even though the Kid has sworn to kill Buck on sight. And then just when you think the plot is twisty enough.....

Leading lady was Vola Vale, considered a great beauty and was a very popular actress in Westerns, especially those of William S. Hart.

Highly Recommended!!
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