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   Helen Gibson

 

We have included this film in our program to illustrate the work and contributions of our star Helen Gibson.

Let's all give our thanks to Larry Telles for making this film available to the public. Larry  authored a book on the life of Helen Gibson. You can buy a DVD with the film here.

 

"Ghost of the Canyon" is a short action drama. Scenario and direction are by Robert Myles, story by R.A.Dillion, photographed by Carl Widen. In 1915-1917 Helen Gibson starred a serial by the name of "The Hazards of Helen".  She is considered the first professional stunt woman.  Very few of her films survive, so we are happy to be able to show you this rarity.

Two railroad companies compete for a very lucrative contract.  Helen's father is the first in command, and her fiance the second in one of the companies.  The rival company organizes a sabotage, which is exposed by Helen.  Unfortunately for her, she is alone against three men who tie her up to the railroad tracks.  She faces imminent death unless she finds a way to free herself from the ropes.

 

 

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Helen Gibson in Ghost of the Canyon 1920 36

   Helen Gibson