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Movie Description
Pioneers heading for Oregon endure the hardships of weather, unfriendly strangers and internal strife in this sophisticated early sound film. Featuring John Wayne in his first starring role, this straightforward Western tale is now overshadowed by its place in history as an early example of Fox's widescreen Grandeur process, its naturalistic sound, and prototypical Wayne performance.
Synopsis
Pioneers heading for Oregon endure the hardships of extreme weather and unfriendly strangers in this remarkably sophisticated early sound film.
Film Notes
DVD Features:
Region 1
Keep Case
Full Frame - 1.33
Additional Release Material:
Trailers - 1. COMANCHEROS
2. NORTH TO ALASKA
3. UNDEFEATED
Film debut for actor John Wayne.
Additional cast: David Rollins(Dave Cameron), Russ Powell (Windy Hill), William V. Mong (Wellmore), Dodo Newton (Abigail), Jack Peabody (Bill Gillis), Marcia Harris (Mrs. Riggs), Marjorie Leet (Mary Riggs), Emslie Emerson (Sairey), Frank Rainboth (Ohio Man), Andy Shufford (Ohio Man's Son), Gertrude and Lucille Van Lent (Sister's from Missouri), and Alphonz Ethier (Marshall).
Shot in a 70mm widescreen process called Fox Grandeur.
Film reportedly cost $2 million to make.
Industry Reviews
"...It's a splendid entertainment....The film's look and feel seem way ahead of its time..."
Los Angeles Times - p.C2 - Kevin Thomas
"...It comes off as one of the better early talkies..."
USA Today - p.14D - Mike Clark
"This is a wagon-train movie with Wayne's scout at the center....It's interesting to see his persona in this embryonic form....What's really compelling is the authenticity of the wagon train's journey."
Sight and Sound - Tom Charity (08/01/2008)
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