The Gay Defender 1927
"A tale of New Spain, of cracking whips, of swishing crinoline, or bold Americanos, and dashing Dons."
Overview
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.
Director: Gregory La Cava
Cast
Thelma Todd
Ruth Ainsworth
Richard Dix
Joaquin Murrieta
Fred Kohler
Jake Hamby
Jerry Mandy
Chombo
Robert Brower
Ferdinand Murrieta
Harry Holden
Padre Sebastian
Fred Esmelton
Commissioner Ainsworth
Frances Raymond
Aunt Emily
Ernie Adams
Bart Hamby
Augustina López
Extra (uncredited)