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By Andrew Droid Webber

Updated 29 March 2023

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1954 film by John Farrow

Hondo

Released	1954 (68 years, 6 months ago)

Director	John Farrow
Duration	83 minutes
Genre	Western
Nominated for	Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress and Academy Award for Best Story
Composer	Hugo Friedhofer
Production company	Batjac Productions
Country of origin	United States of America
Screenwriter	James Edward Grant and Louis L'Amour
Producer	Robert Fellows

About Hondo

Hondo, the 1954 film directed by John Farrow, is a classic Western that has stood the test of time. Based on the Louis L'Amour novel of the same name, the film stars John Wayne as Hondo Lane, a cavalry scout who befriends a woman and her son living on the frontier. The film is a perfect showcase for Wayne's rugged charm and the stunning Arizona landscapes.

The film was praised for its authenticity and attention to detail, with Wayne himself taking on the role of technical advisor. The Native American characters were portrayed with respect and nuance, a rarity for Westerns of the time.

Hondo was also notable for its use of 3D technology, which was still a novelty in the 1950s. The film's action sequences, including a thrilling horseback chase, were enhanced by the 3D effects.

Overall, Hondo is a must-see for fans of the Western genre and John Wayne's iconic career. Its themes of loyalty, honor, and respect for different cultures still resonate today.

References:

- "Hondo (1953)" IMDb, https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0045883/

- "Hondo (1953)" Rotten Tomatoes, https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/hondo

- "Hondo (1953)" Turner Classic Movies, https://www.tcm.com/tcmdb/title/78105/hondo#overview