Lightning Bryce

Name: Lightning Bryce
Director: Paul Hurst
Genre: Western
Released: 1919-01-01
Duration: 300 min
Cast: Ann Little, Jack Hoxie, Paul Hurst, Steve Clemente, Yakima Canutt

1919Dir. Paul Hurst5h 0m

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Lightning Bryce is a curious blend of classic Western tropes and familial drama. You’ve got these two prospectors who stumble upon a gold deposit that belongs to an Indian tribe—pretty controversial territory even back in '19. The pacing feels a bit uneven at times, but there’s something raw and gritty about it that captures the Wild West vibe. I found the performances convincing, especially the tension between the fathers and their children. It really explores themes of greed and loyalty, and that tension resonates through the film. The practical effects, especially during the mining scenes, have a rough charm. It’s a piece that reflects its era but offers a compelling narrative that sticks with you.

Silent film with intertitlesExplores themes of greed and loyaltyPractical effects used in mining scenes