Review of She Wore a Yellow Ribbon (1949) by James N — 29 May 2008

This was one John Wayne's favorites, and I can see why. One of the greatest bar fights I have ever seen.

This review of She Wore a Yellow Ribbon (1949) was written by James N on 29 May 2008.

She Wore a Yellow Ribbon has generally received very positive reviews.

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