The General (1926)

In the heart of the Civil War's turbulent vortex, we find Johnnie Gray, a dedicated engineer whose life orbits around two cherished entities: his beloved train, "The General," and his sweetheart, Annabelle Lee. As the war divides the North and South, Johnnie's fervor to serve his Confederacy is thwarted not by cowardice, but by his indispensable role as an engineer on the Western and Atlantic railroad. Misunderstanding engulfs Annabelle and her family, who perceive Johnnie's inability to enlist as an act of evasion, staining his reputation in shame. As Annabelle's faith in Johnnie wavers, a sinister plot by the Union army surfaces. They devise a daring scheme to hijack the General as it halts in Big Shanty, unknowingly abducting Annabelle who is onboard. Caught in a twofold mission of love and duty, Johnnie now finds himself navigating the treacherous terrain of enemy lines. His mission: to reclaim his stolen train and rescue his besieged beloved. As the war rages on, Johnnie's courage and determination will be put to the ultimate test, as he battles to save both his loves. Will he succeed in his daring rescue mission, or will his endeavours be derailed? The General (1926) is a thrilling odyssey of love, honour, and adventure set against the backdrop of America's most divisive era.

The General is an action movie featuring Buster Keaton.

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