O Último Bandoleiro

If you are a true western fan, this oldie is a must see. First and foremost, veteran cowboy Harry Carey turns in one of his finest performances, and the reason he inspired John Wayne.

Carey plays Dean Payton, an aging outlaw locked away for years, finally released and having to re-adjust to the contemporary west. Horses have been replaced by fast cars! One thing that hasn't changed are the bad guys. Tom Tyler, a hero in his own series of westerns, plays a bank robber this time around, who kidnaps Payton's daughter (Margaret Callahan).

Carey has to hook up with unlikely partners Hoot Gibson and Henry B. Walthall to rescue Sally and nail Tyler. I agree with the last reviewer, it's a real switch seeing rough and gruff Harry Carey working with the likes of comedy cowboy star Hoot Gibson. More over, Henry Walthall was a dramatic silent film star (BIRTH OF A NATION) in his day. Not too long after this film he passed due to tuberculosis.

The wild shootout finale (and you know it's coming) is exceptionally directed by Christy Cabanne, whose career also spanned back to silent films. A real treat from start to finish, and a western that moves.

Based on a story by legendary director John Ford, who worked with Harry Carey in 26 westerns. The gang's all here. Always on remastered dvd, and check out the beautiful cover artwork. Thanks much to GRIT TV for running this oldie, and so many others that haven't been on tv in decades.