They built a real log jam and flooded a river. 1925 didn't mess around.
a tornado, flood, and log jam of astounding realism..a love theme as overwhelming as the tornado itself, acclaimed by critics as the most thrilling screen drama ever presented.
Practical Effects
They literally destroyed a river for 70 minutes.
Stunts
Pre-CGI actors actually drowning, probably.
Production
King Baggot's insane location ambition.
Director
King Baggot
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
King Baggot filmed on location in Oregon and reportedly destroyed so much lumber that local loggers protested.
This was Universal's attempt to out-DeMille DeMille—disaster porn before the term existed, and possibly the most expensive silent film per minute ever made.
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