The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance

The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance (1962) starring James Stewart, John Wayne, Vera Miles, Lee Marvin, Edmond O'Brien, Andy Devine. Directed by John Ford. Tenderfoot lawyer Ransom Stoddard (Stewart) arrives in the old west town of Shinbone aiming to help bring civilization to the territory, but he must contend with the evil Liberty Valance (Marvin), who challenges him to a gunfight. Luckily, Stoddard has the backing of he-man Tom Doniphon (Wayne). This movie got little respect when it was first released, but is now regarded as one of the great Westerns. One of Wayne's best performances -- he really dominates the screen in every scene where he appears. (Subtitles in English are available for the hearing-impaired, as well as closed captions.) Grade: A