westerns

Any fan of Western movies knows that "Stagecoach" is a must watch.  One of the first movies to introduce the adult Western, a complex story with complex characters and beautifully shot by director John Ford.   Each character has his/her own story to tell, intertwined with concepts of class differences and prejudice.  Be sure not to miss the commentary by Scott Eyman.  The special features offer a lot of insight to the Ford/Wayne relationship.

Sometimes Hollywood strikes gold without meaning to.  If "True Grit" and "The African Queen" married and had a baby, this film would be it.  Rooster Cogburn, the one-eyed marshall from "True Grit" is back and protecting the prim minister's daughter, Eula Goodnight (played by Katherine Hepburn).  The Studio, no doubt, thought only about pairing two money-making stars.  What the audience got was a great adventure story with award-winning performances!  Don't miss Strother Martin as McCoy..."Seen Everythin', Done Everythin'...That's how come I know people are SO mise