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Feb 15, 2024
Without a shadow of a doubt, not only is “Shane” the best western of all time, it’s possibly one of the best movies. I consider it to be perfect and cannot think of a thing that could improve it. There has never been a more beautiful…
Mar 26, 20231860Colt rated this title 0.5 out of 5 stars
How is this "the third greatest western of all time?!" I found it tedious, slow, and absolutely annoying, especially the kid and his mom. Another case of undeserving prestige.
May 23, 2022goldfrapp rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
Yep, Jack Wilson was a "low-down Yankee liar" alright! I love how slowly and methodically Shane moves and looks around as he enters the bar in the final scene. Jack Wilson seems like he's ready and eager to engage in a shootout. He is,…
Oct 11, 2021GGoulet428 rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
Outstanding performance by Alan Ladd, and "Shane" won an Oscar for Best Color Cinematography, and remains one of two feature film Westerns that were released by Paramount to be nominated for Oscars for Best Color Cinematography (the other…
May 12, 20211aa rated this title 2.5 out of 5 stars
I found this sentimental, stilted, and formulaic; there are lots of cutbacks. Not going to watch it again.
Apr 20, 2021
This is the classic example of a western, it follows all the key rules as well as having the basic structure and plot of a western. A lone gunman rides into town, kills the villain, and leaves as a mysterious man. In my opinion, Shane…
Feb 22, 2021gnieder1955 rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
This is one of the best westerns ever. The main character is a mysterious ex-gunfighter who despite trying to move on to a new life, is drawn into conflict that forces him back into gunfighter mode. This is a prototype of the many great…
Dec 12, 2019Mouziey rated this title 3.5 out of 5 stars
Must watch after the "late night talk show host mention" with the Muller report pairing, don't leave there are more investigations ...so resonating; chuckling, chuckling
Sep 19, 2019The_Most_Casual_Observer rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
🤠 Certainly one of the five best Westerns ever. it's a story that was often told, the cattlemen against the sodbusters, but it's unique in that it gives the "bad guy" cattleman Riker, a chance to tell his story and have his say, so that…
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Aug 22, 2018dissymissylessy rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
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Aug 20, 2018
I laughed out loud with one review saying it was so boring & awful. This was such an important Western of it's time & long remembered by scores of youth in the day. I'd take this 'old' piece against junk like the new Yellowstone full of…
Mar 23, 2018richmole rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
I was just 5 years old when I saw this movie (thank you, Nannie!). In some ways, it changed my life forever. It helped that I identified with the kid...just a couple of years older than me. Knew it was going to be something special…
Feb 14, 2018Jgrooms rated this title 3.5 out of 5 stars
The story of the pioneer vs the rancher in 1890’s Wyoming. The pioneers are the future and the rancher/cowboys the past. Each side has their gunfighter. Watch for the cues that help explain America’s tortured relationship with the gun.…
Jul 10, 2017RoyalJellyIII rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
The dazzling cinematography that explores the bucolic and idyllic landscapes, together with the strong ensemble cast, contributes to make this an unforgettable Western tale about a complex, divided hero and the relationship that he…
SpaceAngel
Oct 24, 2016SpaceAngel rated this title 2.5 out of 5 stars
I quite liked this 1952 Western. Compared to Westerns of today - It's story is really tame and very low-key. But I thought actor Alan Ladd was very well-cast in his role as the title character.
Jan 18, 2015garycornell rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
One of the best Western Films ever made. Director George Stevens should receive much of the credit. He selected an impressive cast that include Alan Ladd, Jean Arthur, Van Heflin, Brandon De Wilde, Jack Palance, Ben Johnson, and Edgar…
Aka_Aka_Aka
Jan 03, 2015Aka_Aka_Aka rated this title 3.5 out of 5 stars
Ah, yes!.... Movies and the Myth of the American Cowboy. I would confidently venture to say that Shane is one of the very best Western movies ever made. It's definitely a film that ranks right up there with other spectacular Western…
jpozenel
Jul 07, 2014jpozenel rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
One of the great westerns of all time. Maybe the greatest.
Oct 30, 2013lukasevansherman rated this title 3 out of 5 stars
I know it's a classic western, but it's a little slow and old fashioned. Jack Palance's bad guy is the highlight.
Oct 28, 2013
Great performances all around, some not mentioned here, like Elisha Cook, as the little rebel shot in the mud. He actually was injured in his neck shooting that scene by being pulled back by a cable as he was shot. Alan Ladd is fine…
Nov 04, 2012Monolith rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
Well said, Mr. Derringer. This is vintage Americana. At its core, and at its best. Alan Ladd's tour de force, as the weary and outnumbered lone wolf, fighting for what's right. Not loud -- softspoken. Grateful. Loyal. Protecting the honest…
Mar 29, 2011uzebdrumz rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
We all want Shane to come back.
Dec 09, 2010biijouxx rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
One of the most beautiful westerns--ever.