Thursday, March 5, 2015

She Wore a Yellow Ribbon (1949)


A retiring Captain takes out a last patrol to stop an impending massive Indian attack.

Classic John Ford western with its star bringing in one of his greatest characterizations, still watchable, although some of the gung-ho and the music is quite dated.

On repeated view I still agree with my initial evaluation; fun to watch for simply seeing "John Ford country" again.

Halliwell**: "Fragmentary but very enjoyable Western with all Ford ingredients served piping hot."

Maltin***1/2: "Director Ford's stock company in fine form...Beautifully filmed in color by Oscar-winning Winton C. Hoch, but a bit top-heavy with climaxes."


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