directed by Henry Hathaway
Do you know that in an alternative world this western was starring Elvis Presley and was directed by Roman Polański? I guess I’ve got your attention, so we can continue. Today’s recommendation is actually the first film adaptation of Charles Portis’ novel of the same name. The more modern adaptation you had a chance to learn about yesterday. However, I like watching all available versions so I can compare. In this case, I rate them the same as both are equally pleasant. I think I liked John Wayne as Rooster more, but then Hailee Steinfeld was way more interesting as Mattie. The story is the same and watching one of those films is enough. Still, if you’re like me and you enjoy comparing different adaptations, then go for both. If you’re curious about the plot, I’m inviting you to read my yesterday’s post. But what’s up with that question I put at the beginning. Well, it was like this: Mattie in the 1969 version is played by Kim Darby, but at first it was supposed to be Mia Farrow. However, she didn’t want to work with Henry Hathaway, the director, so she proposed changing him to Roman Polański. The producer refused, so Farrow resigned. And then when they were searching for the actor to play LaBoeuf, one of the characters, they thought of Elvis Presley, but he wanted way too much money and the role was given to Glen Campbell. But imagine if the producers agreed to both propositions. Polański directing a western with Presley. It sounds like the best joke of 1969.
My rating: 6/10
S.
I have nothing to watch 