The cinematography is terrific, but this over-rated film really isn't worth watching. Ms. O'Hara's performance is unrealistic for her situation, John Wayne just plays John Wayne, and the rest of the cast go about their duties as if they were paid by the hour.
The lack of story values (as opposed to production values) in the early days of movie-making can be forgiven to a point, but the sophomoric dialog for every character is painful. Furthermore, Wayne's movies up to "True Grit" required very little effort on his part (including "Stagecoach" and the rest)and it shows. And shows.
The Sons of the Pioneers contributed greatly to any redeeming qualities this movie might have, but the continuous layering of the theme song, "I'll Take You Home Again, Kathleen" is over the top.
I'm continually reminded that just because a movie is old doesn't mean it rates our high opinion.
The lack of story values (as opposed to production values) in the early days of movie-making can be forgiven to a point, but the sophomoric dialog for every character is painful. Furthermore, Wayne's movies up to "True Grit" required very little effort on his part (including "Stagecoach" and the rest)and it shows. And shows.
The Sons of the Pioneers contributed greatly to any redeeming qualities this movie might have, but the continuous layering of the theme song, "I'll Take You Home Again, Kathleen" is over the top.
I'm continually reminded that just because a movie is old doesn't mean it rates our high opinion.