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The Searchers (1956)
Directed by John Ford
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Overview
As a Civil War veteran spends years searching for a young niece captured by Indians, his motivation becomes increasingly questionable.
Rated NR | Length 119 minutes
Actors
John Wayne | Jeffrey Hunter | Vera Miles | Ward Bond | Natalie Wood | John Qualen | Olive Carey | Henry Brandon | Ken Curtis | Harry Carey, Jr. | Antonio Moreno | Hank Worden | Beulah Archuletta | Walter Coy | Dorothy Jordan | Pippa Scott | Patrick Wayne | Lana Wood | Mae Marsh | Ruth Clifford | Chuck Roberson | Chuck Hayward | Peter Mamakos | Frank McGrath | Jack Pennick | Terry Wilson
Viewing History (seen 1 time)
| Date Viewed | Device | Format | Source | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/31/2010 | TV | Blu-ray | Owned | 4.5 stars |
| (Average) 4.5 stars |
Viewing Notes
I consider The Searchers to be John Wayne’s best film and one of my favorite Westerns of all time. Having only seen this on VHS at my grandpa’s house, I was stunned at the clarity and color of the Blu Ray. It’s a wonderful transfer.
The Searchers isn’t some goofy Western. It’s actually a very well written revenge tale of a Confederate Soldier who goes after the Indians who murdered his family. John Wayne is at his best here and worth checking out if you’ve never seen it.
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