The Reckless Sex

In The Reckless Sex, Robert Lanning, a Bostonian, suspects his employees of smuggling arms into Mexico and sends his son, Robert Jr., to investigate. During his trip, Robert encounters Mary Hamilton, an actress stranded in costume, whom he mistakenly believes to be a child. This leads him to take her to his ranch, where he uncovers the identity of the smugglers with help from the Mexican Rurales.

The film features performances by Madge Bellamy, William Collier Jr., and Wyndham Standing among others. As the narrative unfolds, Robert realizes Mary is not a child but a woman, ultimately leading to their romantic union. The Reckless Sex is significant as it is classified as a lost film, making any surviving copies particularly rare for collectors and film historians alike.