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Concepcion 2022-03-15 09:01:02

It's a good movie, but the score of 8.2 is a bit high, and students who like American Westerns and the Coen brothers have contributed high scores. The story is not the same as other Western movies, and it is also surprising that the role of the little girl cowboy should be. Independence, stubbornness, cleverness, bravery, and heroism are gathered in an underage girl. Not only does it light up the spirit of the West, it can even speak of the entire American spirit. Westerns will always have a romantic temperament, leaping horses, punishing evil, promoting good, and opening up wilderness. They can arouse the national pride of the American people from time to time. No wonder, is it a rare ancient history of the United States. The creation of the other two characters feels unremarkable: the old policeman is alcoholic, decadent, and rude, but can burst out with powerful energy at the critical moment. Isn't it the same for the old heroes of other films? Matt Damon’s role also feels quite ordinary, lacking an independent personality. The highlight may be that he looks good, but he didn’t recognize him without seeing the cast beforehand. If I watched this film 20 years ago, I would be very excited. I didn’t watch the old version of 1969. It must have been a sensation back then. Otherwise, the Coen brothers would not remake it. It's just that the taste is more critical.

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True Grit quotes

  • Tom Chaney: [after being shot by Mattie] I didn't think you'd do it! One of my short ribs is broke!

  • Mattie Ross: [Discussing the price of cotton] We got most of our cotton in early. We got 12 and a half cents a pound in Little Rock.

    Col. Stonehill: Then I suggest you take the rest of your crop to Little Rock to sell.

    Mattie Ross: This being closer, I though I might check on the price in Ft. Smith while I was here.

    Col. Stonehill: Did you come all this way to inform me of the price of cotton in Little Rock?