Review of The Big Country (1958) by Reg A — 02 Feb 2010
From the beautifully sweeping score by Jerome Moross, and the stunning cinematography, to the sprawling tale of feuding familes with its climatic resolution, The Big Country is epic in every sense of the word and this classic western tale of power and honour is a fitting testament to the late Jean Simmons.
I'm not a big fan of Gregory Peck, but his portrayal of principled Ship captain James McKay is perfect. Carroll Baker is also spot on as Patricia Terrill, McKay's shallow bride-to-be, who misinterprets her future husband's moral code as cowardice.
Kudos too for Simmons, whose ranch is at the heart of the feud, Burl Ives (who received a Best Supporting Actor Oscar), Chuck Connors, Charlton Heston and Charles Bickford. This is one film I have never tired of watching.
This review of The Big Country (1958) was written by Reg A on 02 Feb 2010.
The Big Country has generally received very positive reviews.
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