Duel at Diablo
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Movie Reviews of Duel at Diablo
Movie Review: tough, gritty and action packed
Summary: 5 Stars
When this film originally came out in 1966 it held the distinction of being the most violent western made to date. Viewed today, it still packs a fair wallop - which is hardly surprising considering that director Ralph Nelson went on to make the ultra-bloody Soldier Blue a few years later. The movie closely follows Marvin H Albert's novel (he's had a few of his western novels adapted for the screen, including The Law and Jake Wade) in its story of a cavalry patrol that inadvertently ends up in a life and death struggle with an Apache war party that has skipped the reservation. The action sequences are among the most exciting on film, particularly the initial ambush and the race to reach Diablo Canyon (the only source of water for miles). James Gardner is suitably tough as the army scout and Dennis Weaver comes across well as the rascist trader with a nasty secret. Neal Hefti's pulsating music score adds to the tension. I'd put this up there among the top ten westerns, because it succeeds in doing what it sets out to do - to give you a roller coaster of a ride while being relatively intelligent to boot. Shame about the 1.77.1 screen ration tho. Was this really the original theatrical screen ratio?Movie Review: Unbearable tension....
Summary: 5 Stars
From the haunting opening theme song, to the nail-biting suspense, to the moments of gutwrenching horror, and the fantastic performances by James Garner and Sidney Poitier, this is perhaps one of the finest Westerns ever filmed.I was on the edge of my seat through out most of the movie and I can't say I've experienced that with many recent movies. The filmmakers pulled no punches, especially when depicting scenes of torture at the hands of the Apaches, none of which is exploitative or gratuitous, and the Apaches' viewpoint is poignantly expressed, which lends credence to some of the atrocities.
Overall, a must own movie. Thank God it's now on DVD. What are you waiting for? Buy it now!
A quick bit of related trivia: There's a scene in Brian DePalma's "Carrie" where William Katt and Amy Irving are studying together and A movie is playing in the background on a television. The movie is a Western. The title is never revealed, but a familiar theme song is clearly heard...yes, it's "Duel at Diablo!" In fact, that short excerpt shown in the background prompted me to seek out "Duel at Diablo." Kudos to Brian DePalma!
Movie Review: Movielover.dolly
Summary: 5 Stars
This is one of my all-time favorite Westerns. Although I have never thought of James Garner as one of the best actors out there, this movie seems to bring out the best in him, as far as Sidney Portier is concerned, he is always great. After the pablum served up in the 40's and 50's, this is one of the first movies to portray the relationship between the American Indian and the white man in a realistic light. There were no clear cut "good guys" and "bad guys", all had faults, all had prejudices toward the other that led to hatred. The punishment netted out to Dennis Weaver (another excellent performance)seems cruel, but, when balanced against what he did in retaliation against his wife's kidnapping by the Apaches, may seem to be expected, if not deserved.
All and all a must see for any Western movie fan, whatever your opinion it is a movie that you will remember.
Movie Review: Terrific Duel
Summary: 5 Stars
Duel At Diablo is a good old fashion cowboy & Indian flick. It has an excellent cast. James Garner is always excellent in westerns. He plays a gritty Indian scout out to find who killed his Indian wife. Sidney Poitier is great as a retired Cavalry Sargent ready to go into business getting horses for the Army. He winds up getting caught up in the battle between the soldiers and the Apaches. Dennis Weaver is excellent at playing a real bastard. the film shows how reslient the Apache Indian was and how savage they could be. There is plenty of action in this movie. It is filled with Good performances. I highly recommend this movie. If you are a western fan I think you will enjoy this film.Movie Review: Western review DUEL AT DIABLO
Summary: 5 Stars
DUEL AT DIABLO
Watching western movies over the years on television. I find that I never see the whole movie when presented. I have been picking up videos that I enjoyed and reviewing them again. This time seeing the whole movie. This film story took a small part of life from our history and shown how we were at that time. The actors and director did great job in capturing the spirit of history in that time. The scenes of the western landscape are great. There's not that many western movies that show the real thing.