John Wayne TRUE GRIT famous meadow shootout 50 YEARS AGO

Commemorating the 50th anniversary of TRUE GRIT and the shootout in the meadow. Remembering John Wayne 40 years after his death. Both occurring on 11 June. (1969/1979)

[royroark]

I was 6 years old. The 1st movie my Dad ever took me to see. My Mom had the church ladies over. When we got home I told them about this scene and repeated the SOB line. My Mom rolled her eyes

[grahamematthews]

My dad had all John Wayne's movies on DVD. He would watch them over and Grit and North To Alaska were his favourites. My dad passed away February this year he was 87yo...my dad served in the Aussie Army and learnt his trade as a mechanic. My Dad had True Grit.

[Svensk]

I'm not a big John Wayne fan, but I love that line. Seeing the Duke lever-spin the rifle was the entire reason that I viewed this clip.

[AmericanActionReport]

A few minutes ago, I watched a video of (supposedly) the ten greatest Western scenes. After seeing that the meadow shootout scene wasn't one of them, I had to go back and watch this one. From 1954 through June 11, 1979, John Wayne was my favorite actor. I met him and got his autograph in 1972. I laminated his autograph the day after he died. I still carry it in my wallet. RIP, John Wayne. The meadow shootout scene is still the best in Western movie history.

[wileybrady]

I grew up where True Grit was filmed. Ate many a picnic in that meadow. Grandfather worked on the ranch where the fence jump was filmed. Uncle served as a livestock wrangle for the film. My dentist repaired Duke's partial plate when it broke and was his personal dentist until the day he died. John is like family to me.

[i.l.]

The shootout will be remembered forever ...John Wanne R.I.P

[RoadWarrior-lovt]

FILL YOUR HAND YOU SUN OF A BITCH! One of my all time favorite movie lines. A line only John Wayne could deliver so well.

[mortizthejackal]

In those John Wayne movies, he was always like a wild stallion. He was not afraid of any other man and he couldn't be tamed.

RIP John Wayne. Ain't no one going to outdo your movies.

[phillipalben]

For all the John Wayne fans out there, take a trip to the Owl Pass area in Colorado to visit the site where this was filmed. Gave me chills to imagine The Duke had been there with the other cast members of this scene. True Grit was one of my Mom’s favorite movies and she passed that on to me.

[gwynmaverickjames]

I’ve seen so many John Wayne films so many times, this is one of his finest roles, and of course best actor Oscar, what a legend he was, such screen presence

[OldJoe]

I have the same feeling today as I did the first time I saw True Grit. John Wayne was, and still is, the only one that could make this scene believable. RIP Duke.

[garyteeley]

Timeless...only one Duke....this scene gets in the top 5 of the greatest scenes ever....let em avit waynie

[patsheppard]

These moments in the film are the memories of a legend. That’s one of the reasons his depiction of the code of the west is always remembered. His films made a time in our past remain with us forever. When we fail today to remember the pride and dignity that it takes to defend the principles of democracy, the films of John Wayne remind us over the many years of his career. Immortal words and visual scenes are burned into our memories. He made an album of how he felt as an American. To hear his voice all these years after his death can still touch your heart. He spoke for unity among all people. He was much loved and admired. He still is today. He wasn’t perfect as a person but it was his film work that’s he’s remembered for. The bill of rights let’s you think of your own opinions and let’s you express them. He was entitled to reflect his life’s attitude drawn from his life’s experiences. Don’t criticize him now because the atmosphere in our country has become so divided. He didn’t do that. We did. The first version of this film used a great musical score, and they filmed in the most beautiful countryside. The director picked memorable locations to film the action scenes of the story. This film would not be as special as it is if it’s supporting elements of photography, music, locations, and supporting cast were not found to be the perfect combination. There were enough great things, memorable moments, beauty that filled the heart and soul, violence, tenderness, and saving each other’s lives, that you didn’t really mind that a few couldn’t act because everybody else was so good. When a movie is called great it’s because of the way the story is told. It was enhanced by supporting elements to make it memorable. When Our three main characters began their journey together they were not United. Our Marshall was still drinking and he was stung by the cutting remarks of the Texas ranger that he couldn’t do his job, in the beginning they were both against the girl coming but the Marshall soon opposed every objection the Texas ranger had, so he ends up siding with the girl which means he will have to work to help her survive. Our Marshall runs out of drink that has an affect on his actions and his judgement. By the time the Marshall rides to meet the gang in the meadow he’s cold sober and remembering his duty. The girl wavers in her confidence in the Marshall to be able to get the job done. But he won’t be shown up by that pup of a ranger. Appearances can be deceiving. Even though the Marshall was older, overweight, a drinker, cynical about life, he stood for the badge he wore. He was as rough, and tough, and dangerous as the outlaws he hunted. His pride could be easily hurt. Watch John Wayne’s face when Ned Pepper calls him a one eyed fat man. His reputation as a rough and tough fearless lawman is threatened. He won’t stand for it. In those days wearing a gun did make you judge and jury. So Judge Parker was right. Rooster started out trying to do what the law wanted. But his pride and dignity were threatened. So he attacked. It made him appear brave and fearless. He warned off the others but rats on a sinking ship don’t leave each other. You will remember how hard it was to shoot at fast moving targets. He had a good heart. You can see that in the efforts he made to save Matties life. There were many moments of unspoken affection. It’s there right at the end. She never forgets the example he set her as a man.

[chisolm]

After 50 years this scene still gives me chills. In my opinion one The greatest scenes in American Cinema. Only the Duke could pull it off like this. :-)

[kpirateslair]

There will never be another John Wayne!

[lizreynolds]

I love "The Duke, " my Dad always watched him.
This is one of the only two I took my Dad to the Drive in. The other was Patton.
Love this Eternal scene.

[vitamind]

Way back in the day my grandpa was a young man working as an Elevator Attendant at a hotel in Seattle. John Wayne was staying in the hotel and came into the elevator drunk as a skunk and another guy started talking smack to Wayne. Wayne didn’t take kindly to that and when he cocked back to punch the guy he accidentally caught my grandpa with his elbow and knocked him out. Wayne was so apologetic he gave my Grandpa a $5 bill which was a lot back then. Both are now gone and I have that $5 bill.

[Skyebooo]

My father "was" John Wayne. He was a gunsmith for 40 years, hunted all over North America, and trained me to have true grit and how to be a man. These movies make me feel close to him.

[michaelbrown]

69 years old. Wife and I are taking a train trip to Flagstaff this August. Ridgway is 6 hrs. drive from Flagstaff. Have to go see the place where this scene was filmed.

[cristinabumbac]

50 years already....if I were to live another 100 years I certainly would see John Wayne's movies again!