The Fight for Freedom (1908)

In a saloon in a Mexican border town, a group of cowboys, including a Mexican named Pedro, play poker. One man is discovered cheating, and is shot dead by Pedro, who is wounded as he attempts to escape. Pedro is followed home by the local sheriff, who proves the next victim of Pedro's quick temper and pistol. Pedro's wife, Juanita, is thrown into jail, but he manages to break her out. They head for the border, unaware that a posse is waiting for them.

Director: D.W. Griffith
Genre: Western
Runtime: 10 min
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Cast

Production: American Mutoscope & Biograph
Country: United States of America
Language: No Language
Original Language: en

Keywords

presumed lost

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Fight for Freedom about?
In a saloon in a Mexican border town, a group of cowboys, including a Mexican named Pedro, play poker. One man is discovered cheating, and is shot dead by Pedro, who is wounded as he attempts to escape. Pedro is followed home by the local sheriff, who proves the next victim of Pedro's quick temper and pistol. Pedro's wife, Juanita, is thrown into jail, but he manages to break her out. They head for the border, unaware that a posse is waiting for them.
Who directed The Fight for Freedom?
The Fight for Freedom was directed by D.W. Griffith.
Who stars in The Fight for Freedom?
The Fight for Freedom stars Florence Auer, John G. Adolfi, Kate Bruce, Edward Dillon, George Gebhardt, Arthur V. Johnson.
How long is The Fight for Freedom?
The Fight for Freedom has a runtime of 10m (10 minutes).
What genre is The Fight for Freedom?
The Fight for Freedom is a Western film.
Where was The Fight for Freedom produced?
The Fight for Freedom was produced in United States of America.