Review of McQ (1974) by Phenyezia O — 11 Mar 2009

Outstanding movie John Wayne is my family favorite actor.

This review of McQ (1974) was written by Phenyezia O on 11 Mar 2009.

McQ has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Robert W (1,190) on 28 Feb 2011

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The Duke's first turn as a detective is near perfect! Sure it tries to be Dirty Harry or Bullitt, but it's still a fun ride…

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By Mark G (832) on 16 Apr 2005

[font=Comic Sans MS][size=3]John Wayne turned down the role of, Dirty Harry because he didn't think it would be a hit…

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By Ionn M (20) on 22 Apr 2009

Very entertaining and interesting to see John Wayne doing something other than a western…

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By Jay N (1,399) on 16 Jul 2011

Bad but interestingly bad. John Wayne (obvious toupee and all) tries his hand at a cynical Dirty Harry cop movie…

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By Keith B (450) on 13 Jun 2007

I love John Wayne, but this one's tough to watch. He's so old and clearly slowed, it's tough for him to come across as a badass…

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By Robert D (1,551) on 07 Mar 2010

As was the case with many if not most of his films, John Wayne MAKES this movie…

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