在这部Defying the Chief短片/剧情/西部片中,
Running Elk and Snake Eye, are rivals for Ohonka's hand. Although the maiden loves Running Elk, Chief Big Bear, her father, favors Snake Eye. The latter discovers a party of hostile Indians in the vicinity. He suggests to the chief that Running Elk be sent out as a scout, hoping his rival will he captured and slain by the foe. The chief consents and Ohonka's lover is ordered to spy upon the war party. Before leaving, Running Elk proceeds to his sweetheart's tepee to bid her goodbye. Snake Eye, who has followed the brave, is wild with rage. Casting caution to the winds, the Indian steals after Running Elk with the intention of slaying him. But the latter hears his foe approaching. The two engage in a deadly knife duel which is seen by a terrified squaw. The fight ends with the death of Snake Eye. The squaw hastens back to the camp where she informs the tribe of what has occurred. Running Elk is made prisoner. The warriors decree the death of the warrior. Lots are drawn to decide which ...
