The Jungle Trail (1919)
In the bustling metropolis of New York City, the charismatic yet financially constrained Robert Morgan harbors a deep desire for love. He dutifully cares for his elderly mother, while catching the eye of the beautiful and affluent Mary Lamar. However, obstacles stand in their path: Mary's concerned mother fears Morgan's ability to provide, and Mary herself is courted by the manipulative Philip Garson, her mother's choice suitor.
In a twist of fate, Garson befriends Morgan, cunningly exploiting his longing for adventure by enticing him with tales of African tiger hunts. Promising a lucrative reward, Garson convinces Morgan to embark on a perilous journey to Africa to capture an elusive tiger, financing the expedition.
Upon arrival in Africa, Morgan's guides, under Garson's influence, plot his demise. They orchestrate multiple attempts on his life, including a harrowing encounter with Zulu hunters and a treacherous attack in a jungle hut. Miraculously surviving, Morgan finds himself in a secluded Hindu temple village, where he earns the awe and respect of the locals through his feats of strength.
Amidst his newfound status, Morgan confides in Wanada, a compassionate temple virgin, about his longing for Mary and his grieving mother back home. Desperation drives Morgan to steal jewels from the temple, leading to a deadly confrontation with Haja, Wanada's jealous lover.
Returning to New York, Morgan learns of Garson's deceitful actions, which led to his mother's demise. Fueled by vengeance, Morgan, aided by Wanada, confronts Garson, revealing himself alive and demanding justice. With Garson subdued, Morgan and Mary finally unite in marriage, casting aside past sorrows to embrace a future filled with love and happiness.
Books with substantial mentioning of The Jungle Trail
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John T. Soister and Henry Nicolella American silent horror, science fiction and fantasy feature films, 1913-1929 Jefferson, N.C., 2012 |
Books with an entry on The Jungle Trail
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Robert B. Connelly The Motion Picture Guide, Silent Film 1910-1936 Chicago, 1986 |