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3 Godfathers (1948)
Another John Ford Classic
This is one of my go to movies. It delivers on several levels...plenty of action, good character development and an underlying moral story. I compare this to the best of John Ford's....it just does not get much notoriety.
The men against the wilderness and the eventual reclamation of the human spirit is a wonderful story.
The film does a great job showcasing each stars talent...Ward Bond does his usual excellent job. John Wayne plays his character very low key. Harry Cary Jr. gives us a preview of his skills to be. Pedro Armenderiz pulls you into believing him. Catch him about 15 years later in From Russia With Love, playing off and standing up well with Sean Connery.
Watch it with your kids. It entertains on many levels.
Trouble Along the Way (1953)
A well kept surprise
I was pleasantly surprised at this little heard of gem. I have a Duke fan all of my life....this was such a great change of pace....it showed that the Duke could act in any vehicle. Donna Reed was perfect, and Sherry North as the savvy kid was top notch. Showing a side of the Duke we rarely were treated to. Several of the supporting characters were going on to better things, and I enjoyed picking them out of the crowd.
We have lost something in these days of gore and violence with no character or story.
Any John Wayne fan should see this and it will give you a great insight on his ability ....see it and enjoy.