Summaries

The Western films of iconic director John Ford are fondly remembered by stars James Stewart, Henry Fonda, and John Wayne, with whom he shoots a scene in Monument Valley.

A sentimental look at the legendary iconic film director John Ford and some of his classic Westerns, nine of which were set in the breathtaking beauty of Monument Valley. Ford "directs" a short scene for the benefit of the documentarians which includes a horsefall by Ford's favorite star, John Wayne. Additional Ford stars Henry Fonda and James Stewart reminisce about the venerable director with clips from such Ford classics as "The Iron Horse," "Stagecoach," "My Darling Clementine," "Fort Apache," "She Wore a Yellow Ribbonn," "Rio Grande," "The Searchers," "THe Man Who Shot Liberty Valance," and "Cheyenne Autumn."[email protected]

A documentary encapsulating the career and Western films of director 'John Ford', including clips from his work and interviews with his colleagues.—Jim Beaver <[email protected]>

Details

Keywords
  • director
  • navajo
  • stagecoach
  • film director
  • reference to william s. hart
Genres
  • Western
  • Biography
  • Documentary
Release date Dec 4, 1971
Motion Picture Rating (MPA) Not Rated
Countries of origin United States
Language English
Filming locations Stage B, 20th Century Fox Studios - 10201 Pico Blvd., Century City, Los Angeles, California, USA
Production companies CBS Group One Productions

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Tech specs

Runtime 52m
Color Color Black and White
Sound mix Mono
Aspect ratio 1.33 : 1

Synopsis

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