Rooster Cogburn

Rooster Cogburn
by Stuart Millar

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DVD Review: A Highly Enjoyable Western Romp With Two Of Hollywood's Best
Summary: 4 Stars

But the real reason to watch ROOSTER COGBURN is not for the plot (since it's nothing more than a retread of its predecessor), but to see John Wayne and Katherine Hepburn, two of the all-time greats, square off eachother and exchange witty insults! It's some of the most fun you'll ever have in front of a TV screen! Now, I've heard some people shun this movie for being nothing more than an attempt to overthrow THE AFRICAN QUEEN. Well, let me tell you something, bub: that film was among the most boring I've ever seen! Meanwhile, ROOSTER COGBURN is loaded with action and thrills. I strongly feel that this is a far better film than John Huston's 1950 movie.

Unfortunately, while the DVD is widescreen format, the picture and sound aren't all that great, especially during the first ten minutes or so (blotches and scratches galore). I was on the verge of turning it off, but don't worry, it gets much better. All it has for special features are production notes (which are fairly interesting), a theatrical trailer, and cast & crew bios. Not what you'd call a jam-packed DVD...

CONCLUSION: It ain't great on plot or characterization, but ROOSTER COGBURN is one helluva good time for any Wayne and/or Hepburn fan!

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