The major element missing from this abomination of history is any semblance of truth. When I saw this film as a kid, I knew even then it was laughable. MacMurray's role as Meriwether Lewis, the true Expedition leader, is relegated to a supporting role where he seems somehow detached from what is going on around him. The love story between Clark and Sacajawea is a total fabrication, and Donna Reed looks nothing like a Native American. Perhaps most ludicrous of all, and there's is so much to make a choice from, is when Clark supposedly takes Sacajawea back to Washington D. C. Heston gives one of his worst screen performances ever. I don't think I've ever seen the film offered on television, and that should tell you how bad it is.
Review of The Far Horizons
