Review of How the West Was Won (1962) by Ryan T — 06 May 2012
I'm sure the true Cinerama experience adds much to the enjoyment of watching this epic, because even with the "Smilebox" effect on the Blu-Ray (simulating the wrap around shape of the Cinerama screen), the movie is pretty uneven and doesn't tell a very satisfying story.
A great cast (led mostly by plucky Debbie Reynolds and an occasionally hammy George Peppard) with many screen legends and character actors and gorgeous scenery are the highlights. The episodic structure of the film means many actors show up for a scene or two then move on, but most of the action sequences are quite exciting.
This review of How the West Was Won (1962) was written by Ryan T on 06 May 2012.
How the West Was Won has generally received positive reviews.
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