The Powerful Eye

In this short film, two cowboys find themselves in a love triangle with a single woman. A hypnotist appears, transforming one of the cowboys into a sheik, which initially sways the woman's affections. However, the cowboy in the sheik disguise, played by Pete Morrison, seeks to win her back through hypnotism, putting his fellow ranchers to sleep to gain an advantage.

The runtime of only 12 minutes makes it a brief but engaging narrative that highlights the dynamics of attraction and rivalry. The film features notable performances from Jean Arthur and Pete Morrison, adding to its historical significance within the Western genre. As a lost film, The Powerful Eye represents a unique piece of cinema history that could intrigue collectors interested in early American Westerns.