The New South

The New South tells the story of Captain Ford, a Northerner tasked with tracking down a gang of moonshiners in the south. The film introduces Jefferson Gwynne, a young southerner who mistakes Ford for an abolitionist, leading to a clash of ideologies and emotions. The tension escalates when Jefferson's sister, Georgia, becomes enamored with Ford after he saves her from a runaway accident, complicating family dynamics further.

As the plot unfolds, Jefferson's hostility toward Ford culminates in violence, resulting in a tragic misunderstanding that lands Ford in jail for murder. The drama captures the societal struggles of the era, culminating in a resolution that sees Ford cleared of the charges and reunited with Georgia. The film, however, is categorized as a lost film, making its physical media release a rare find for collectors.