Big Jake (DVD, 2003)

Of all the John Wayne films I've seen, I have no problem watching this one again and again. Not a critic’s favorite and, yes, there are flaws and there is plenty to criticize, but there is plenty to enjoy, particularly in its pace, gunfights, music score, and my favorite, the characters (and the actors playing them). The movie wastes no time getting the story started, inter-splicing with moments of humor, and continuing with a swift pace till the ultimate climax. In keeping with many of the westerns being released around that time (1971), the gunfights are violent, with plenty of blood, bullet impacts, and carnage, not typical of a Wayne western. John Wayne’s character, Jacob McCandles, is one of his best and has some of the most quotable dialog. Wayne is surrounded by a friendly supporting cast, who have performed with him before, such as Maureen O’Hara, who looks great, John Agar, Bruce Cabot (not the best casting, as an Indian), Richard Boone, who is at his menacing and grumpy best, Patrick Wayne (Wayne’s son), Christopher Mitchum (Robert’s son), and many others. All the actors seem to be enjoying themselves and have great a rapport. I almost forgot, the music score, by Elmer Bernstein, it is reminiscent of some of his earlier works, particularly, "The Magnificent Seven."

This is one of my all time favorite John Wayne classics. Although John Wayne was probably my favorite actor of all times, this movie really rates up there in the top ten John Wayne movies. It re-unites him with one of his favorite co-stars, Marueen O'Hara, with whom he made quite a few movies. They made a good couple. Her, with her firey temper and him just going along with her. These two made other great movies together, such as The Quite Man, McLintock and Rio Grande, just to mention a few. If you are a John Wayne fan, this is a must have.

we like the movie but the dislike about it is the picture is only 1/2 screen not a full picture to cover the screen we didnt know this when,I purchase it did not say that.the delivery was fast & responses were to.I bought it because we like the movie when it was on tv.

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I love John Wayne movies and I know this is a very good one though I haven't watched it yet. Thanks for sending it in a timely matter. Enjoyed doing business with you.

the item was perfeact peice of history to start my collection of john wayne personel owened items I was very lucky to get this.sorry to the guy i was bidding against he really missrd out.I am always interestsd in real items like this,i did find sone pictures with john holding this item.thank you so much.

This is a great movie for families and kids. I love it for the story line, the horses, and what the boy goes through with is horse is story of true friendship between a boy and a horse. I highly reccomend this movie.

Big Jake is one of the best westerns ever made. I recommend this DVD to anyone who loves John Wayne or movies about the old west.

Classic John Wayne movie. He is great and goes after the bad guys with all he's worth. Richard Boone is excellent as the bad guy and there are some memorable lines between Wayne and Boone. If you love Wayne, you'll love this one.

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Had this movie many years ago. I have always loved John Wayne and Maureen Ohara together. I bought this for my son, because now he is trying to find all of the old movies we use to watch together when he was growing up. This use to be one of our favorites.

Another one of John Waynes great classics. If you like John Wayne you will love this move. Special order for instore customer.

I was very happy with the responce from this seller the DVD was delivered on time and in a secure pakage. I would not have a problem buying agian.

I love this movie. John Wayne is great in whatever role he plays. Was good cuz had 2 of his sons in movie with him. I bought this movie for my mother. She is also a big John Wayne fan. Have gotten other movies of his from ebay. All have been excellent condition.

I can't give a reveiw because i ordered it over a month ago.an haven't receved it yet.I have ordered more dvd's and got them right away.So when i receive it i will give a review,Thank You 1grandma12

if you like John Wayne Movies with some humor you'll like this one...........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

This was a great value all the way around. Price and shipping... I had looked all over for this movie and couldn't find it anywhere in our town but found it here on ebay and the price was very reasonable and the shipping was both reasonable and fast.. Would highly recommend this movie to any John Wayne fan or anay old western fan..

LOVE JOHN WAYNE OF COURSE AND THIS IS ONE OF THE VERY BEST HE HAD EVER MADE.STILL LOOKING FOR OTHER DVDS THAT HAVE THE CHARACTER THAT BIG JAKE HAS

John Wayne, an all American hero! Whats not to like. I purchased this because I watched as a kid and enjoyed it. A good movie you can watch with your kids and grandkids! Has it all, action, humor, John Waynes son as well as Robert Mitchums son, Maureen Ohara and Neville Brand! I like it!

I don't know what much to write except that I received the DVD in great condtion and the seller kept me informed. I would do business with them again. My husband and I love this movie and watch it very often

I have yet to receive this item. It was paid for 5/30/07, it is 7/5/07 & no DVD yet. I have not received any contact from the seller on this item. I have sent numerous requests for info.

Love John Wayne and any movie he is in. It dont make any difference if it is a western or a war picture or even one of his early movies. Their is absolutly nothing I can think of to dislike. Over the years I have tried to collect as many of his movies as I can and the prices on e-bay are the best place to do it.