Thanks to Claire for a Laemmle gift certificate, we enjoyed the latest Coen Brothers' movie yesterday - True Grit. She requested a movie review, and here it is. If you like Coen Brothers flicks, westerns, comedy, good acting, great dialogue, or a movie that doesn't drag in any spots, you just might really like this one. I have not read the book, nor have I seen the John Wayne version, so I cannot make any comparisons. Jeff Bridges should definitely get a nomination for an Oscar, and I loved the soundtrack which features the hymn Leaning on the Everlasting Arms for at least 25% of the movie. The actress who plays Maddie (Hailee Steinfeld) does a fabulous job with her character's dialogue.
I think I still like Fargo as my favorite Coen Brothers movie, but I believe this one comes in at a close second (even if Netflix predicted only 3 out of 5 stars for me).
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It's on our Netflix list when it comes out. Like you, Fargo will probably still remain our favorite Coen Bros. flick.
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