John Ford’s 1918 Western ‘The Scarlet Drop’ Starring Harry Carey Discovered After 100 Years
In an astounding turn of events, the realm of cinema sometimes surprises us with unexpected finds, such as uncovering a long-lost masterpiece. This serendipitous event has happened for enthusiasts of the Western genre maestro, as almost a full print of the legendary director’s 1918 film was found in a warehouse in Santiago, Chile – mere hours before the building was set to be razed. Remarkably, this is the first time that this movie has been discovered so nearly complete; it was believed that only 30 minutes of footage existed before now.