In the film “True Grit” (1969), John Wayne plays a grumpy U.S. marshal hired by a teenage girl to find her father’s killer. The girl believes Wayne has “true grit.” Alongside Wayne is Glen Campbell’s Texas Ranger character.
Complicating the search are the killer’s cronies, played by actors like Robert Duvall and Dennis Hopper. The plot, adapted from a novel, keeps the audience engaged, but it’s Wayne’s performance that truly shines. His charisma outshines the other actors, making the film memorable.
“True Grit” received a G rating and falls under genres like Western, Drama, Action, Adventure, and Crime. The iconic face-off scene between Wayne and the villains is a classic moment that cements his place in cinematic history. Despite a sequel, the original film remains a standout in Wayne’s career.
