Fort Apache (1948) (original) (raw)
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Original title
Fort Apache
Year
1948
Running time
127 min.
Country
United States
Director
Screenwriter
Cast
Music
Cinematography
Producer
Genre
Western. Romance. Comedy | Army
Movie Groups
Synopsis
In John Ford's sombre exploration mythologising of American heroes, he slowly reveals the character of Owen Thursday, who sees his new posting to the desolate Fort Apache as a chance to claim the military honour which he believes is rightfully his. Arrogant, obsessed with military form and ultimately self-destructive, Thursday attempts to destroy the Apache chief Cochise after luring him across the border from Mexico, against the advice of his subordinates.
Rankings Position
- #23 Best Westerns in the history of film
- #58 Best Movies of the '40s
- #75 Best Romantic Movies in the history of film
- #92 Best Comedy Movies
Awards
1948: Writers Guild of America (WGA): Nominated for Best Western Screenplay
1948: Locarno Film Festival: Best Director, Best B&W Cinematography (ex aequo)
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Ranking Lists Position
- 28 My Favorite Westerns (295)
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