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Tom Mix (1880-1940) was one of the quintessential early movie cowboy stars. His career began early, acting in shorts - beginning in 1909 for the Selig Polyscope Company. During a single decade, he churned out almost 200 films, adding writing to his credits in 1913 and directing a year later.
By 1917 he had moved to feature length films.
I'm a huge fan of anything that Undercrank (I love the name) produces for video, and this duo of Tom Mix's work is no exception.
Sky High is a superb western released in 1922, and the second feature, his final silent in 1929, The Big Diamond Robbery.
Most basic fans of early cinema won't know most of the titles of his works, and since most do not survive, the fact is understandable. One title that may stand out, because of the re-make, is his 1932 Destry Rides Again, one of his early sound films.
These films are of importance because they have survived. In this case, preserved by The Library of Congress (and Big Diamond partially via Lobster Films.
Based upon 35mm print elements, both look extremely pleasing, and the new scores for both via Ben Model, work beautifully.
Your support of these silent films aids more to be rescued and brought to home video.
Image – 3+
Audio – n/a
Pass / Fail – Pass
Plays nicely with projectors - Yes
Worth your attention - 6
Slipcover rating - n/a
Highly Recommended
RAH
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By 1917 he had moved to feature length films.
I'm a huge fan of anything that Undercrank (I love the name) produces for video, and this duo of Tom Mix's work is no exception.
Sky High is a superb western released in 1922, and the second feature, his final silent in 1929, The Big Diamond Robbery.
Most basic fans of early cinema won't know most of the titles of his works, and since most do not survive, the fact is understandable. One title that may stand out, because of the re-make, is his 1932 Destry Rides Again, one of his early sound films.
These films are of importance because they have survived. In this case, preserved by The Library of Congress (and Big Diamond partially via Lobster Films.
Based upon 35mm print elements, both look extremely pleasing, and the new scores for both via Ben Model, work beautifully.
Your support of these silent films aids more to be rescued and brought to home video.
Image – 3+
Audio – n/a
Pass / Fail – Pass
Plays nicely with projectors - Yes
Worth your attention - 6
Slipcover rating - n/a
Highly Recommended
RAH
Thank you for supporting HTF when you preorder using the link below. As an Amazon Associate, HTF earns from qualifying purchases. If you are using an adblocker you will not see link.
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