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The Gay Defender (1927)

1927-12-10 · 1h 10m · EN
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A tale of New Spain, of cracking whips, of swishing crinoline, or bold Americanos, and dashing Dons.

Real-life outlaw Joaquin Murietta, who (according to this film, anyway) is a latter-day Robin Hood, dedicated to driving land-grabbers and corrupt politicians out of Spanish California.

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Gregory La CavaDirectorSam MintzWriterRay HarrisWriterKenneth RaisbeckWriter

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Thelma ToddThelma ToddRuth AinsworthRichard DixRichard DixJoaquin MurrietaFred KohlerFred KohlerJake HambyJerry MandyJerry MandyChomboRobert BrowerRobert BrowerFerdinand MurrietaHarry HoldenHarry HoldenPadre SebastianFred EsmeltonFred EsmeltonCommissioner AinsworthFrances RaymondFrances RaymondAunt EmilyErnie AdamsErnie AdamsBart HambyAugustina LópezAugustina LópezExtra (uncredited)

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Genre affinityDrama · Romance · WesternMood preferenceRomanceDialogue densityDramaPacingShortEmotional intensityRomanceDirector preference286705

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Frequently asked questions about The Gay Defender

What is The Gay Defender about?

Real-life outlaw Joaquin Murietta, who (according to this film, anyway) is a latter-day Robin Hood, dedicated to driving land-grabbers and corrupt politicians out of Spanish California.

How long is The Gay Defender?

The Gay Defender has a runtime of 70 minutes.