Review of The Sons of Katie Elder (1965) by Lauryn B — 07 Feb 2007

My favorite john wayne movie. pure entertainment. I own it.

This review of The Sons of Katie Elder (1965) was written by Lauryn B on 07 Feb 2007.

The Sons of Katie Elder has generally received positive reviews.

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By Tonypolito (147) on 15 Aug 2010

Wayne & Co. deliver well this mid-Century Western, based on true facts surrounding the Marlow Brothers of Oklahoma, circa 1888…

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By Don S (1,504) on 15 Mar 2016

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By Broyax (884) on 30 May 2022

Une histoire de ranch familial et de fistons un peu vindicatifs qui se réveillent tout-à-coup à l’enterrement de leur vieille maman, surtout…

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By Ellie H (42) on 02 Feb 2010

Yes I know, John Wayne, but then again Dean Martin - good film and some good memories, and of course some bad - a nostalgic film…

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By Diana W (351) on 30 Aug 2017

Significant that Dennis Hopper co-stars in a supporting role. More MammaDrama than a Western, so be prepared as sum may hanker a hanky…

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By Jeffrey R. J (1) on 02 Jan 2017

Delivers what it promises, a fun western. It's fine. A great looking film. Any John Wayne fan, like me, will find this a decent movie…

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By Janet F (84) on 09 Feb 2011

My son had never seen a John Wayne movie and he made me laugh with me laugh when he commented with his 7 year old wit when he said,That old…

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By Kevin M. W (1,682) on 02 May 2011

Dean Martin as The Duke's brother?!? Admit it…

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By Jeff B (2,998) on 29 Oct 2011

Good--a bit of every John Wayne movie I've seen--but moved a bit too slow for my taste. And I always enjoy seeing Dean Martin…

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