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The man who shot Liberty Valance

Book • 1962
John Ford's "The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance" is a classic Western that explores themes of mythmaking, justice, and the taming of the American West.

The film features a compelling narrative structure, shifting between the present and the past to reveal the complexities of the story.

Jimmy Stewart portrays a lawyer who arrives in a lawless town, challenging the established order.

John Wayne plays a gunslinger who embodies the violent spirit of the frontier.

The film's nuanced portrayal of heroism and the clash between civilization and savagery makes it a timeless Western.

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Karina Longworth
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Vincente Minnelli 1962-1976 (The Old Man is Still Alive, Part 5)
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Merlin Mann
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Ep. 491: "The Adventurous Choice"

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