Review of Shane (1953) by Deb S — 04 May 2010
This classic Western focuses on a bitter feud between the local homesteaders and the cattlemen who want to drive them off the land to make gazing room for their cattle. Alan Ladd plays Shane, a former gun slinger apparently running from his past, who meets a family of settlers trying to eke out a living despite a land-owner Rufus Ryker's (Emile Meyer), claim that the land is his! Shane decides to stay with the family and to work for Joe Starret, quickly becoming accepted by the family, especially little Joey (Brandon De Wilde), who idolizes Shane for his skill as a gunfighter.
His skill becomes handy as Ryker's actions become more and more violent towards the homesteaders. This movie is about friendship, love, supporting and helping out each other.
This review of Shane (1953) was written by Deb S on 04 May 2010.
Shane has generally received very positive reviews.
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