Review of The Searchers (1956) by Erik J — 17 May 2010
Quite possibly the most beautiful cinematography I have ever seen in a movie. Every shot is dynamic, conveying the expansive loneliness and danger of the frontier, opening up a world made of gentleness like nothing we've ever seen before.
Emotions run raw as our heroes cross the treacherous territory, experiencing highs and lows as they encounter both hope and futility in their long quest.
John Wayne continues to demonstrate why he is an icon of the genre with his strong role as the determined Ethan seeking the rescue the only family he has left.
With illustrative sights, a strong story, able characters and a subtle sense of humor, "The Searchers" is easily one of the best film Westerns ever made.
This review of The Searchers (1956) was written by Erik J on 17 May 2010.
The Searchers has generally received very positive reviews.
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