Review of El Dorado (1966) by Jay N — 20 Feb 2011
Excellent film is more an examination of friendship and loyalty than a conventional western. Serious considerations are leavened with a natural camaraderie between the characters and a fine sense of humor.
Wayne and Mitchum work very well together, their interchanges have the lived in feel of old acquaintance with a young James Caan loose, sexy and funny as the gunslinger who can't shoot. The wonderful supporting cast and Hawks surehanded direction all contribute to making this a very fine film indeed.
This review of El Dorado (1966) was written by Jay N on 20 Feb 2011.
El Dorado has generally received very positive reviews.
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