Review of The Big Country (1958) by Garrett M — 10 Aug 2008

I'm not used to seeing Charlton Heston portray a villainous character, but he does a decent job at it in this film. Gregory Peck's character is upright and commendable. A real virtuous man. He portrays quite a gentleman and a very moderate, patient and humble man.

The concept of his being challenged to prove himself to everyone, and his steady resolve to not be baited into such things, forcing everyone else to see him for who he is, these are all such rare elements to find in a movie.

Especially when most films seem bent on flashing the most glamorous exploits and traits of their heroes to wow the audience into thinking that these things are the core important principles of a person.