Review of Gunfight at the O.K. Corral (1957) by Dave Z — 11 Aug 2007

John Sturges' magnum opus. Douglas' best. Lancaster is great, as always.

This review of Gunfight at the O.K. Corral (1957) was written by Dave Z on 11 Aug 2007.

Gunfight at the O.K. Corral has generally received positive reviews.

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By Scott W (2,167) on 17 Nov 2014

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Interesting film, that focuses more on the personal drama of Holliday and Earp, rather than the actual event of the title…

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Thoroughly blah telling of the Earp-Holliday saga. Bonus kitsch points for its ridiculous theme song…

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By Reza Y (22) on 05 Aug 2010

Film jadul bgt niih :D Lumayan dah nambah pengetahuan ttg Wyatt Earp, juga pertemanannya dengan Doc Holliday…

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Pas mon western prefere mais psychologies des personnages de Doc Holliday et sa catin interessantes…

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