I'm amazed to find I'm first to review what is possibly Tom Mix's most popular movie. Mix and his horse, Tony, were already living legends when this movie was released in 1922. It was the first Mix movie to be reviewed by the august "New York Times". At this stage, the "Times" reviewed only the pick of the releases. Each week, just one movie was usually selected for a review. On August 7, 1922, however, the newspaper's critic broke his rule and selected two movies: "Just Tony" and "Blood and Sand". The movie is certainly one of Mix's best -- and it's not hard to come by. No less than three DVD versions are available. The best, of course, is the cheapest -- a beautiful tinted copy. True, focus is a little soft in places and the image is maybe a bit dark in the opening sequence, but the beauty of the tinted camera-work aids the charisma of Mix and his Tony immeasurably. The other players are equally personable, the story is swift and exciting, and production values are solid. All told, a wonderful experience -- not just for Western fans, or horse fans, or silent cinema fans -- but for everyone!