This is a fabulous film and an enduring classic.  It has a great cast (my favorite being Victor McLaglen); although I don't believe they used Mildred Natwick nearly enough and Joanne Dru way too much.  This is definitely one of my favorite John Wayne performances (to think John Ford almost didn't cast him in the lead role!).  I loved it when he kept hauling out his "brand new silver watch" at every opportunity.  I can't imagine anyone else playing this part.  I especially love the false ending, riding off into the sunset (but wait, there's more).  It's a beautiful film to watch, at turns frantic, fun, and sentimental.  The bar room brawl in particular was a great scene.  This is definitely a must have for any collection.
This is a fabulous film and an enduring classic. It has a great cast (my favorite being Victor McLaglen); although I don't believe they used Mildred Natwick nearly enough and Joanne Dru way too much. This is definitely one of my favorite John Wayne performances (to think John Ford almost didn't cast him in the lead role! ). I loved it when he kept hauling out his "brand new silver watch" at every opportunity. I can't imagine anyone else playing this part. I especially love the false ending, riding off into the sunset (but wait, there's more). It's a beautiful film to watch, at turns frantic, fun, and sentimental. The bar room brawl in particular was a great scene. This is definitely a must have for any collection.