If you do watch "Secondhand Lions" make sure to watch the alternate ending. It was supposed to be the original ending of the movie, but the director filmed a much shorter ending which, in my opinion, was far inferior to the original.
If you want to see Robert Duvall "cowboy" you should watch Lonesome Dove. It is a multi award mini series with Duvall, Tommy Lee Jones, Danny Glover, Robert Urich and lots of other faces you would recognise. It is partly based on a famous true story. There are a couple of sequels (one of which - Return to Lonesome Dove - was made by the film company which held the rights to the characters. The other - Streets of Laredo - is based on a story by the original writer who completely ignored the "unofficial" sequel so they don't actually match up at all. There are a number of prequels too but the original is the "must see" show
Amen!! And hallelujah to that. Robert Duvall is a great actor that many forget. Lonesome dove is the best. Between Robert Duvall and Tommy Lee Jones.. it couldn't miss. Plus the story is so good. The entire book series is great
I was hyped when I thought I saw Gus McCray on the screen. Lol. I've seen like one reaction to Lonesome Dove on RU-vid and that's it really. Sucks because it's probably my favorite Western of all time. I think people are put off when considering reacting to it because it says "mini-series" but it's really just one long movie split into 4 parts. But it's a beautiful story and a lot of people consider it to be Duvall's finest acting work ever. I've heard people say it's flat out THE BEST acting of anyone ever, which I think is kind of a stretch but it really is amazing. The storytelling is just on another level, which in turn adds a another level to the acting. I really hope they do Lonesome Dove.
This movie is darn near perfect. It's like Kevin Costner made all of Louis L'Amour western novels come to life. Manliness, companionship, grit, good-guys, bad-guys, beautiful scenery, and of course a woman to love. I totally love this movie.
Yeah hell. He’s an awesome actor. I loved him in days of thunder and gone in 60 seconds. His acting is geniune and heart felt. Lonesome dove is a pure classic as well.
My father died in early 2000 from a heart attack. Duval's temperament in a lot of films reminds me very much of him. Calm and kind but will never be bullied.
@@dnewbury52 No, it was a bad continuity error. He shoots the broke-arm gunman with the 1st shot then Baxter in the shoulder, that's 2. A third shot to the man on his left is heard but not scene. But even if you don't count that one, he then fans the hammer because these were single-action Colts which had to be cocked manually for each shot. If you count carefully there are TWELVE SHOTS _after_ the man on the left gets Duvall in the side. There is no reload. The camera either shows Costner fanning the hammer or the impact of the rounds. It's the only flaw I saw in the movie but it is an error. Sorry. The error was due to editing. They were cutting back and forth between Costner fanning the hammer and the impacts of the shots on the guy who shot Duvall in the side. The result is the continuity error where you see Costner fan the "reloaded" pistol 6 times AND you see the impact of those 6 rounds. So the sound is of 12 shots being fired in a row without reloading. It's just bad editing. Their guns fired standard blank cartridges so you actual SEE all 6 round that Costner fires at the guy on the left but you also see the impacts with the sound so it appears as if 12 rounds are fired. But even if you blame bad editing they DID reload Costner's gun between the time he shot Baxter in the shoulder and the man on the left 6 or 12 times because you see 6 muzzel flashes and these pistols are firing blank cartridges and the gun ONLY holds 6. You can find that clip here on YT. Slow it down to 1/2 speed and watch it. Then count shots SEEN, impacts SEEN and shots HEARD of Costner at the guy who gets Duvall in the side. You'll notice that there are 6 SEEN shots fired, 6 impacts SEEN and 12 shots heard. It is just bad editing which creates the 12 shot continuity error. But they did reload Costner's gun after he shoots Baxter. And you can see when they did it because they moved the cameras from the close up to the wide angle. They also probable moved them a third time AFTER Duvall is shot in the side to give them the face in on Costner as he fans the hammer. Regardless, this is still one of the best gunfights put to film if for no other reason than the fact that they use authentic single-action weapons.
You should never miss Costner cowboyin on screen. On that note, if you haven’t watched Silverado yet, I hope it happens soon. While filming, Costner ignored an ever worsening pain in his right side, it turned out to be appendicitis and if he would have waited any longer, it would have killed him-He was too busy cowboyin.
Yeah Silverado was one of Kevin Costners first big roles…he was before my time but he went to Cal State Fullerton and was a Delta Chi there. I was a Lambda Chi Alpha and we got along with the Delta Chi’s very well. After Costner made Silverado, he donated $60,000 to the Delta Chi House as they needed repairs. Great guy great Film. Hard to believe Cassie hasn’t seen it yet. Hopefully she will now that she’s got the western bug. Didn’t know about Kevin in pain on that film…but then again that just adds to the legend of “Silverado”
I was going to suggest Silverado. Lawrence Kasdan directed the Big Chill, and Kevin Costner was cast in it as the friend, but all his scenes were cut, so they cast him in Silverado as Jake. You can see his incredible horsemanship in it.
Silverado, Wyatt Earp, Open Range. Honestly I don't think Kevin Costner has ever been in a bad movie. I even loved The Postman which got some pretty poor reviews.
Lol I love the Robert Duvall can cowboy comment. He best known for Lonesome Dove. One of the greatest westerns ever. Buttons is Casian Andor and the cattleman is Albus Dumbledore
Can't believe this movie is 20 years old. Two of the best actors with Kevin Costner and Robert Duvall. Highly recommend watching the "Lonesome Dove" mini series if you liked this movie.
This movie is the second in a western trilogy for Robert Duvall (his words, not mine). It began with *_Lonesome Dove,_* then *_Open Range,_* and concludes with *_Broken Trail,_* another amazingly good, heart-rending (and heart-warming) movie. You might want to check it out.
Open Range is actually not part of the trilogy. It is Lonesome Dove, Streets of Laredo, and Deadman’s Walk. There is a fourth book “Comanche Moon”; it was made into a TV mini series.
@@ericsalas1375 As I mentioned, these are Robert Duvallʼs words, not mine. You're talking about a series of books. We're talking about a group of three similar movies in which Duvall starred, and on which he commented that these three movies, which he named, were part of a trilogy for him.
The fact that Robert Duvall is equally convincing as an old cowhand in this movie and Tom Hagen in The Godfather just shows his remarkable range as an actor. One of the greats.
Why do you think it was underrated, because u missed it them it first came out? This movie was in no way underrated. It was a success at the box office and both critics and fans praised the movie. Underrated, not.
A couple of things: - Anyone else love their smiles when the movie's love story works out? - When Carlie says, "This is what we want ..." Yep, same. I want the good guys to win and the guy to get the girl. - Thank you both for your genuine reactions!
For a horse movie, you cannot go wrong with the Australian classic "The Man From Snowy River." Wonderful movie and soundtrack and Australian scenery. Can't go wrong.
As much as I love watching Cassie's reactions, I love it even more when Carly's with her. Such beautiful sweet women, both of you. You are a joy to watch. As for this movie, it is a classic that's for sure. Robert Duvall is one of the all time great actors and you can't go wrong with Kevin Costner in a western. Kim Coates who plays Butler is also one of the best character actors out there. He was in Sons of Anarchy and was in Water World with Kevin Costner as well. Michael Gambon who played Baxter was also Dumbledore in the last 6 Harry Potter movies. And then there's Michael Jeter who plays Percy. He's been in a ton of movies, another great character actor.
Open Range also features some beautiful landscapes and scenery, but despite being set in Montana the film shot entirely in Canada. Key locations including the Stoney Indian Reservation in Alberta, alongside other locations like Morley and Longview; other westerns like Clint Eastwood's Unforgiven or Tom Selleck's Monte Walsh also shot in the latter location. In order to keep the movie feeling authentic, Costner opted to build the movie's town from scratch instead of using western towns already located in Canada, since they seemed too fake. Scott Rowland
If you whitewater raft the Bow river near Canmore, on the way to the river they point out where the town was built. It's no longer there. While rafting they mention when you get to the spot where Brad Pitt was in the river for Legends of the Fall.
Not only is it cheaper, some places like Georgia and Ontario offer tax benefits as well. That’s why many shows and movies tend to be shot in those locations. It’s interesting to see where movies list their filming locations and commissions involved during the very end of credits
@Dayspring Kevin Costner wanted to shoot in Montana, but couldn't find any place in Montana where that vast amount of land needed for those huge scenery shots could be accomplished without having fences, or power lines, or buildings in them.
This movie is like watching someone painting a picture. Someone who really knows what (s)he's doing. The story is great, the dialog too. It takes it's time to unfold. All the actors are great. Music, cinematography everything is just done by people that know their job.
Robert Duvall has a fabulous presence on screen. Two of my favorites are "Secondhand Lions" (GREAT storyline, also starring Michael Caine) and "Tender Mercies" (Duvall portrays so much of the struggle of his character's redemption arc even with just his subtle facial expressions.) Basically, I've loved every movie he's been in and that's a whole lot of movies.
Annette Benning is not only one of the most beautiful women in the history of Hollywood, she is also a superb actress and a real presence in any movie she's in. If you want to continue down the Western highway, I recommend "High Noon." It's absolutely a foundation of the genre, still thrilling and gripping and filled with stellar performances even 71 years after its release. It's one of the movies that modern Westerns either have to consciously embrace or consciously reject. I think you'd love it.
One of my favorite westerns of all time. I've always felt it was severely underrated. A simple story, fantastic speeches, good action, great characters, and a touching love story. So happy you enjoyed it. Thanks for the reaction. I would also highly recommend "Dances with Wolves".... another Kevin Costner movie that takes place in the wild west, AND he directed it too!!
BROKEN TRAIL starring Robert Duvall and Thomas Haden Church. is a 2006 Western television miniseries directed by Walter Hill and Written by Alan Geoffrion, who also wrote the novel, the story is about an aging cowboy and his nephew who transport 500 horses from Oregon to Wyoming to sell them to the British Army
I love that one just as much as this, even with them basically being the same story line. I really had doubts about Church in it, knowing him as Lyle from ''Wings'' and all, but he held his own with Duvall.
Broken Trail is one of my all time favorite westerns. It may not quite have the love story of this movie, but to my mind, it's even more emotional, with great characters, superb acting, and a heartbreaking story...which if I recall was based on a true story. In my humble opinion, it is a "must-see"! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
You two should watch "Shane" (1953). It's considered to be one of the all-time great classic westerns. A must see for all Western fans. If you're looking for a movie where people love the bad guy then you need to react to "Highlander" (1986). Clancy Brown as the Kurgan is an iconic villain.
Open Range is one of the greatest westerns and greatest films of all time. I love how it takes its time to unfold. So is Costner’s Wyatt Earp. You must see it. I know you will love it. I actually prefer it to Tombstone. I’m sure most people will disagree. However it is more mature, gritty, realistic, and simply a masterpiece.
I was going to mention Appaloosa given it's similarities to Open Range and starring Aragorn. Open Range is better but Appaloosa is alright. Also Duval and Tommy Lee Jones in Lonesome Dove. Agree about True Grit with Wayne being a more classic Western.
This is, IMO, one of the best westerns ever written. The acting was fantastic. I've watched this movie more times than I can count. Definitely, one of my favorites.
Ok gals! I'm super-pumped for this reaction. Great movie! Duvall and Costner are an epic tour-de-force! Classic western story. Again, next up paleeeese: "The Searchers" (John Ford's best western ever) with John Wayne; his greatest performance of his movie career. Great story too; you gals will love it. Action, romance, heartache and resolution. Classic cast too!
@@zhaley1980 can't go wrong with that one. I'm a sucker for Rio Bravo since Angie Dickinson is from Kulm 40 miles away from where I grew up. I'll have to up ya one more with The Sons of Katie Elder😉
If any of you who read this, get the 2 DVD set that has the story behind the making of this movie. The 2nd DVD has out takes that I wish so much were kept in the movie, not sure why they weren't, it would have added so much. Especially the part where Charlie says goodbye to Boss, what he said was so moving. The DVD shows the making of the movie, and is so good, I enjoyed it as much as the movie itself.
@@savannah505 I don't think it ruptured, but he didn't want to shut the production down because of it. After filming, he did go to the doctor and had surgery a day or so later.
Someone else in the comments mentioned "Lonesome Dove"... Highly recommended! Robert Duvall AND Tommy Lee Jones (for-cryin'-out-loud!!!). But there were subtle accuracies in this movie that I really liked. Like the chocolate: In 1882, chocolate was a very expensive delicacy. It wasn't until about 20 years later that Milton Hershey would make chocolate affordable to most everyone by mixing it with dairy. Just a little detail for old-west history nerds like me! 😜
"He can do Cowboy . . ." That's adorable. Kevin was recognized in the Western Heritage Awards which is virtually the Cowboy Hall of Fame. The highest and most respected award for an actor playing a cowboy. You may recall in Dances With Wolves that while on the mass buffalo hunt he was riding horseback at high speed while firing a rifle which means no reigns. Thats no small feat. So, yeah . . . he can do Cowboy! Baseball and Westerns are his jam, and he's one of the all-time greats in both genres.
The anniversary of my dads passing was a few days ago and this was one of our favorite movies. I watched it that night and I’m so glad you’re watching it! It’s such a good classic western. Simple characters, simple plot, but so much heart.
Love your reactions and the soapbox moment was spot on. Character development doesn't seem to be a concern nowadays. In this movie, they really hit it with the writing, acting, setting, music and atmosphere, pretty much everything. Not sure if you've seen this one yet, but Silverado (1985) is another western that I love AND it has Kevin Costner as well. I think you'd love it as well. Hope you can check it out.
The movie Open Range was filmed in Canada. Yes, the movie was fully shot in the country of Canada. It was filmed in CinemaScope. The movie was mainly shot in Alberta in Canada. Its location was at the Stoney Indian Reservation and other locations. The movie also features some beautiful landscapes and scenery
So glad you finally got to see this! I had a feeling you both would love it! This film is similar to Costner’s first Western, SILVERADO (1985), which was directed by Lawrence Kasdan (who wrote THE BODYGUARD [1992], RAIDERS OF THE LOST ARK [1981], co-wrote THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACK [1980], and wrote & directed many other films), in that it was a return to the spirit of Westerns from before the 1960s, such as BUTCH CASSIDY AND THE SUNDANCE KID (1969) and the Sergio Leone Westerns, which featured anti-heroes and ended on either a down note or ambiguously. Earlier Westerns had more clearly defined heroes and villains, and it seems that you respond better to that type of framework in storytelling, Cassie, rather than the ambiguous approach of the Westerns of the Sixties and Seventies. I think if you watch more Westerns from before (roughly) 1964, and from around 1985 to now, generally speaking, you may find more Westerns that fit your style better.
Nice one, Ladies! This is a good story, isn't it? 😊Robert Duvall has a couple more westerns you might like, Lonesome Dove and Broken Trail. Good stuff.
This is one of my favorite films! So glad you liked it! Another really good western with Robert Duvall is Broken Trail. It's a TV miniseries, just two parts so it's basically the length of a movie, with him and Thomas Haden Church taking 500 horses from Oregon to Wyoming. And running into trouble along the way, just as in this one.
Knew you ladies were gonna love this one. It's one of my favorite movies ever, not just a favorite western. And you definitely need to watch Robert Duvall in Tender Mercies.
I'm sure someone already told you in the comments, Baxter was the same actor who played Albus Dumbledore in the Harry Potter franchise 3 through 8. Fun reaction ladies.👍😊🐎
Michael Gambon is fantastic!! 😁 He had a turn on the Top Gear race track named after him since he caught so much air going around it in the Reasonably Priced Car! 😂😂🤣
If your keen to continue with Western films, one really great classic, which also has a romantic story in it, is "Rio Bravo" form 1959 with John Wayne.
If you enjoyed Robert Duvall in this, then you have to watch Lonesome Dove! It’s definitely one of the best westerns ever. Robert Duvall and Tommy Lee Jones knock it out of the park!
If you liked Robert Duvall in this, you should watch "Broken Trail" which Duvall said was going to be his last Western because it was getting tough for him at his age. It is a short mini series that he and his nephew in the feature played by Thomas Haden Church are driving horses across the country to sell in a better market to get enough money to start a ranch. It involves them helping Chinese immigrants and traveling with them giving them protection. It is based on true events. The plot plays out similar to Open Range so you should enjoy it.
I HIGHLY recommend "Broken Trail" (2006), It's another Bob Duvall western and my favorite. It's a little long but well worth it, I think you two would absolutely love it.
Same. Made a post about it, but my personal favorite as well outside of Lonesome Dove (miniseries). This is the perfect western. No fluff. Nothing over the top. Period correct dialogue and clothing. Beautiful landscape. Simple story that is plausible (numerous real stories of this very situation) and Probably the most legitimate and accurate gun fight in a western. Despite what people think when watching, people even today aren't real accurate outside of 6 feet with a pistol. I just love it all the way around.
After Lonesome Dove and Open Range, Duvall made Broken Trail, which is a true story. He calls it a trilogy even though they aren't related, and they really are a trilogy in that they are all great.
Just here to shake my tin can and beg for a Lonesome Dove reaction. My favorite Western ever, favorite Robert Duvall role, favorite Tommy Lee Jones role, and top 5 favorite book series of all time, all rolled into one.
Thanks for picking this movie. One of my favorites. My all time favorite John Wayne movie is "The Cowboys " I would love it if you viewed it. I think you'll like it.
If you were serious about doing a horse movie, "The Man From Snowy River" is an absolute must. Add it to your poll, it should do very well from those who know.
Can't really call it a "classic" because its too recent. But it will be. One of the greatest westerns of all time. Even better watching it with you guys. "The Big Country" next. Epic story of a good man caught up in other people's conflicts, having to deal with it on his terms. And a love story. A must see, trust me.
OPEN RANGE is 20 years old this year. It’s safe to consider it a classic. A fairly recent classic, but still a classic. I second nominating THE BIG COUNTRY (1958)! That’s a terrific film.
I just watched The Big Country for the first time. It was excellent. Killer cast! The fight scene that was filmed far off in the distance. Brilliant choice for film making.
Add my recommendation for The Big Country...some really big name actors at the top of their game. And if you ever wondered whether Chuck Connors could act, this is a must see.
Great reaction. My favorite western movie. Nothing over the top. Story is simple. Makes sense and is period correct in the language, clothing, and gear used. Exactly what a western should be. No fluff.
This is among my favorite westerns from the turn of the millennium. That final shootout was intense and Costner's characters conflict about having been a killer no different than their opponents adds quite the nuances to it. Spearman being there to keep his demons at bay makes it all work while the scenery is gorgeous.
Arguably one of the GREATEST Westerns made and solidifies Kevin Costner as a PHENOMENAL Director! Great script, cast and one of the most realistic Westerns I've ever seen...SADLY?? Michael Jeter died soon after this film from Cancer... RIP.....
This is an insanely underrated flick. I think westerns were down when this came out and almost nobody talks about it. This is as good as any classic. Easily one of my favorites with Tombstone, The Searchers, Unforgiven. Just an awesome movie.
Great reaction, ladies! I enjoyed it so much I watched it twice. Open Range is one of my favorite westerns. The two movies I recommended in the comments of 3:10 to Yuma both have Robert Duvall as one of the main characters: Lonesome Dove and Broken Trail. If you really want to see some cowboying, watch Conagher, with Sam Elliott.
Costner has been in several westerns and is a natural. Robert Duval described this film as one of his four truly great movies: True Grit, Lonesome Dove, Broken Trail and Open Range.
@Popcorn In Bed - AWESOME watch/reaction!!! Open Range is easily one of my favorite movies on my top 10 list. Fantastic western and probably one of the if not THE best shootouts.
This is one of my favorite movies. I have seen it more times than I can count. I like Kevin Costner more as he ages. In his youth, he was stiff, and it looked like he was struggling with his characters, like his role in "Siverado." But as he has aged, he is more comfortable in front of the camera and his characters more nuanced. And Robert Duvall? I think he is one of the greatest actors of his generation. I put him in the same category as Jack Nicholson. Both are so comfortable and natural on the screen. You forget they are acting, because they make it look so easy. But we know both of them spend years honing their craft. If you haven't seen Robert Duvall in "Broken Trail," with Thomas Hayden Church, you are missing one of the greatest westerns of all time.
Great reaction gals, glad you got the happy ending you needed! Lonesome Dove is a project you two should take on, lots of great characters and an incredible depiction of life in the old west, on a cattle drive from Texas to Montana!
Kudos to your editor(s)! It's great when you see an edit where you can follow pretty much every beat of the movie. Not everyone does it this well. Great reaction to one of my favorite westerns!
So true! I’ve seen most of the movies they watch but even when there is one I’ve never seen (like this one) I end up feeling like I’ve understood the entire story! Veeeery well edited!
I knew you ladies would love this movie. The movie wisely doesn't push the love story into a quick kiss but underlines their awareness and reinforces it with some quiet conversations, shy and painfully sincere on Charley's part. I made it feel more realistic for the times. Great acting by Rober Duvall, as always. It strips back on what is good is good, and evil is evil; there is a deep feeling of nobility in doing the right thing (taking care of the boy, justice for the big man that died, falling in love because your heart feels it. And, of course, every girl loves a Tea Set (laugh). Great job ladies; love you and the hard work of your crew. Thank goodness we didn't have a sad ending and tears.
Western? Drama? Great story? Great tough yet tender characters you will grow to love? Character development? Robert Duval as the boss? You guys really should watch "Lonesome Dove". It's a six-hour miniseries split into four parts. Very much like "Open Range" but with a wider scope and grand story arc. Even if not for your channel, do take the time to watch it. I guarantee that you both will love it.
You have now seen 2 of my 3 favorite Westerns, Unforgiven and Open Range. The other is a mini-series called Lonesome Dove. Duvall is in it too. It's pretty amazing.
I’m not alone in the recommendations for “Lonesome Dove”. If You liked Costner’s burial speech, there’s an epitaph reading from a grave marker in Lonesome Dove that will break your heart.... can’t say more without a possible spoiler
So glad you guys watched this. It has become one of this 67-year old man's favorite Western movies. I hope you'll find the time to watch the 3-part mini-series, Lonesome Dove, as you'll get to see where Robert Duvall honed his cowboy character. And he IS the consummate *cowboy*. BTW - this movie was shot in Alberta. The plot, however, is set in Wyoming, which has a sad history where ranchers and *free-grazers* are concerned. It's worth exploring (search for "Johnson County Wars"). As always, thanks much for sharing. Steve
So so so happy that you both took the opportunity to watch this. I knew it was right up your alley. It's one of my top Westerns of all time. I've seen a few other people recommending Silverado and I definitely think you should see that too. Thanks for the fantastic reaction ladies. I think this might be my favorite one that both of you have done.
Open Range is one of the all time greats. So is Wyatt Earp, also starring Costner. For a fun western, watch Silverado, also featuring Costner, along with an all star cast. Longmire is a great modern western series. For a funny western, see the Terence Hill “Trinity” films, or My Name is Nobody.
The shooting technique you mentioned liking is known as "fanning" or "fan-shooting" because of the fanning motion of the non-dominant hand. Early revolvers of this style required that the hammer on the back of the gun be cocked back before the trigger will do anything, hence holding the revolver in your dominant hand WHILE applying pressure to the trigger so that as you fan the hammer back over-and-over it drops automatically. Love your reactions, thanks!
