Land O' Lizards

In Land O' Lizards, Eastern capitalists hire a stranger to travel to Arizona and investigate gold-rich property near the Bar C Ranch. The ranch is under the control of Buck Moran and his lawless cowboys, who are unaware of the valuable gold beneath their land. The plot thickens as Dave Moore, the stranger, and his daughter Bobbie, disguised as a boy, navigate the dangers of this rough environment.

With a runtime of 25 minutes, this short film captures the essence of Westerns in the silent era. The film showcases the struggles over land and wealth, common themes in Western narratives. Collectors of early cinema will find interest in its portrayal of the genre's roots, as well as in the work of director Frank Borzage, who contributed significantly to the film landscape of his time.