True Grit remake

[JeremyW]

ya the Indian hanging bit was typical Coen brothers dark humor....I laughed too, and seemed to be the only one laughing. But, it was meant to be a reflection on the attitudes toward Indians during that time.... I think its ok to laugh, because it was an illustration of how absurd it was, lol

Sad story. During the opening part of the movie where the three men are about to be hanged, I laughed so loudly when the Native American was interrupted when he was about to give his speech and than immediately hanged the next second. The problem? I was the only person in a packed theater that laughed. I felt miserable throughout the rest of the film because now I was thinking that everyone thinks I hate Native Americans.

One of the things that really makes the animal abusing children scene stand out for me is that it sets up a character arch for Rooster. This guy cares for animals and does not tolerate cruelty towards them even if it's done by kids who probably don't know any better. Than in the end

Spoiler

when he's carrying Mattie on her horse in order to save her from a snake bite, he really shows his dedication and care to her when he forces her horse to the breaking point of exhaustion by stabbing it in order to keep moving. This is a guy who went simply wanting to ignore this girl to doing what ever is necessary to save her, and thinking back to that scene with the indian kids I thought helped to reinforce that.

 

[EvilRocketeer]

I just saw it in theaters...i enjoyed it, but i dont think it is the best western since unforgiven.....I think the remake of 3:10 to yuma and Tombstone were better than Tru Grit....

The acting was amazing....jeff bridges was amazing, the girl was amazing, matt damon was amazing, barry pepper was great (didnt even recognize him until i had to look closer), josh brolin was good

it was hard to understand bridges in some scenes, love the indian child abuse scenes haha, Didnt really like the epilogues that much.....

i can see this film get nominated for an oscar, but it wont win...

i can see bridges get nominated but will lose to colin firth....

damon might get nominated......but i think bale is pretty close to getting best supporting actor..

 

[El Duderino]

A lot of people have complained about not being able to understand Jeff Bridges, I think that's what they were going for, considering he was an old drunk. I hang around a lot of drunks, I think he was pretty spot on, LOL.

 

[nickytea]

During the opening part of the movie where the three men are about to be hanged, I laughed so loudly when the Native American was interrupted when he was about to give his speech and than immediately hanged the next second.

That was an absolutley inspired joke. Along with all the other bits of business surrounding it, it really helped liven up the opening and drew me in hook, line, and sinker.

 

[darthwhitey]

During the opening part of the movie where the three men are about to be hanged, I laughed so loudly when the Native American was interrupted when he was about to give his speech and than immediately hanged the next second. The problem? I was the only person in a packed theater that laughed.


I did that in Pulp Fiction when Travolta's character accidentally shoots the guy in the face in the backseat of the car.

I let out this huge laugh because it just shocked me so much. NOBODY else laughed.

 

[Ghostsoldier]

A lot of people have complained about not being able to understand Jeff Bridges, I think that's what they were going for, considering he was an old drunk. I hang around a lot of drunks, I think he was pretty spot on, LOL.

The Coen's always strive to use the accurate vernacular of the times in their period movies...the elucidation of the 19th century language in True Grit is one of it's major strong points (as it is in Miller's Crossing and Oh Brother). :cool
Rob

 

[EvilRocketeer]

A lot of people have complained about not being able to understand Jeff Bridges, I think that's what they were going for, considering he was an old drunk. I hang around a lot of drunks, I think he was pretty spot on, LOL.

I agree, I didnt mind it much....i understood like 95% of the things he was saying....it added to his character...made it more believable he was a drunk...

i didnt consider that as a negative towards the film

 

[Jedi2016]

The MPAA is BROKEN! Seriously, how did this film escape with a PG-13 rating and a movie with no violence, no sex nor even really bad manners like "The King's Speech" get an R rating just for language used in a medicinal sense?

Wow.. I didn't even give any thought to what the rating was, and after watching it, I just assumed it was rated "R". That's sure as hell what I would rate it.. this is one of those that goes into the pile of movies that my kids can watch "when they're old enough".

Yeah, sometimes I'm definitely not sure what the MPAA is thinking. Like The King's Speech (although I haven't seen that one), I have seen other films rated "R" that were definitely a lot tamer than True Grit.

 

[rodneyfaile]

If it's not a remake why is it called True Grit? Sounds like a typical 'take a famous title and make up some crap' production. They could have easily made a cowboy movie without that name.

True Grit was a great movie with a great cast. They can't better it.

The Coen Brothers DO NOT make crap.

 

[Noeland]

The Wayne film pulled a great deal of it's dialogue and story from the book, as did the new film. It certainly did the book justice. It was directed by Henry Hathaway for crying out loud. If you don't know who he is, I would suggest you seek out some of his films and you'll understand his influence on modern cinema a lot better. If you like old school noir films, you will not be disappointed.

There were several scenes that were word for word the same in the older film, and the newer film. Both are very much products of their time in pacing, setting, and art direction especially. I really enjoy the old 60's westerns, and I love modern westerns, so I truly do love both films. In different ways and for different reasons.

I didn't have any problem following Bridges dialogue. I know the first film and the book pretty well, so I knew everything he was going to say. He did a great job. He always does. Crazy Heart is a recent favorite of mine, and I saw a lot Bad Blake in his Rooster Cogburn.

I get pretty rankled when people offhandedly insult John Wayne, like he's a joke. And if you call yourself a fan of westerns and you don't think The Shootist is one of the finest ever made, and an amazing performance by Wayne, then we might have to step outside.

I agree, Open Range is an excellent film. I just watched it tonight in fact! As many times as I've watched it on DVD, I'm so happy to have seen it in the theater too. The gun fire was deafening in the theater! It gave the whole film a different feel.

Ed Harris did the same with his gunfire in Appaloosa, which I think was also a great modern western.

 

[simiouno]

I will agree that Tombstone was a fun and loose movie that was certainly very "popcorn" in nature, but the thing is, it wasn't trying to be anything else. I think Wyatt Earp was trying so hard to be another Dances with Wolves and while it had its moments (none of which I can specifically remember, which should tell you something) I think it mostly fell into the typical Costner long-winded drivel with little to no payoff. I LOVE Tombstone. I wanted to love Wyatt Earp and while I did like it, it was pretty forgettable compared to Tombstone.

I am in FULL agreement that Open Range was vastly underrated and missed by many. GREAT film and a Costner film that DID pay off!

Like open range, good movie..do you remember Warren oats as rooster..not a good movie..Duke still best ..

 

[simiouno]

On a cold rainy day I get on the couch with a blanket and put on an old western I've seen before , and another log in my pot belly stove and doze, that way I've enjoyed the movie and had a nice sleep ..

 

[simiouno]

Oh, and I make sure I've got a six shooter and rig by my side to shoot the on screen bad guys

 

[Gordon Gekko]

Almost 8 years... Not bad.

 

[Apollo]

Hell I STILL have not seen this! Lol

 

[CT1138]

Still thoroughly enjoy this one.