Based on the book, True Grit is the story of Mattie Ross, a young girl in the 1870's U.S. Midwest seeking to avenge her father's murder. To do so, she hires Rooster Cogburn (U.S. Marshal) and LaBoeuf (Texas Ranger) to track down the villain, Tom Chaney.
The second time this book as been put to film (this is the 2010 version; the original was the 1969 John Wayne movie), this movie is fabulous. The acting is superb by all involved- especially the lead actress, Hailee Steinfeld (and by the way, 15,000 girls auditioned for the role). The characters and dialogue are fantastic, the settings are beautiful, and the story is good. It has action, humor, and suspense. All in all, a tale well told- and this from someone who has no prior love of westerns. Highly recommended- a great effort from the Coen brothers directing duo.
Rating: A+
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