Review of Big Jake (1971) by Heather M — 18 Aug 2010

Notch above average western that would probably have fallen off the map if not for the Duke. Best part of the movie is the beginning with an entertaining montage of Western life in the early 1900's. The final showdown is also a very entertaining bit. But the middle tries to bring in unwarranted campy jokes that really set back Wayne westerns during this era. I was dissapointed that Maureen O'Hara's role was over after half an hour. It's fun to watch Patrick Wayne play small roles with his father, but not when he's part of the main cast.

It was definetely cute that they named the grandson "Little Jake" after Waynes chracter. Asking Big Jake if he was his grandpa was the highlight of the film for me.