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Hollywood legend James Stewart takes the law into his own hands with 6 action-packed adventures in James Stewart: The Western Collection. Celebrate this Academy Award®-winning screen icon's 100th Anniversary with some of his most daring roles ever in Destry Rides Again, Winchester '73, Bend of the River, The Far Country, Night Passage and The Rare Breed. Co-starring silver screen favorites Marlene Dietrich, Rock Hudson, Tony Curtis, Maureen O'Hara and Shelley Winters, this essential collection showcases one of Hollywood's most versatile actors at his best.
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53 of 59 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
Seems like everyone is putting out western collections this year, and Universal is no exception. The westerns included in this set are:
Destry Rides Again (1939) - NO EXTRAS
Winchester '73 (1950) - features Interview with James Stewart that is actually a commentary that runs throughout the film.
Bend Of The River (1952) - NO EXTRAS
The Far Country (1955) - NO EXTRAS
Night Passage (1957) - NO EXTRAS
The Rare Breed (1966) - NO EXTRAS
They are all already on DVD. The press release says that Universal will repackage the same content with the exception of The Far Country. Its original aspect ration is 1.85:1, but its May 2003 DVD release was in the full screen format. However, the specs for this set show The Far Country as being released in 1.85:1.
Here you get to see James Stewart evolve as a western star. In "Destry Rides Again" he plays the same old likable character we have seen throughout the 30's. It was too bad it was made in the golden year of 1939, or else the film would probably be better known. "Winchester 73" sees the beginning of Stewart's teaming with Anthony Mann. Together they made what can almost be described as film noir westerns. Here Stewart plays a much darker and more complex character than you are probably accustomed to seeing in westerns of this era. The trend continues in "Bend of the River" and "The Far Country".
"Night Passage" was supposed to be another Mann/Stewart western, but the two had such a falling out during filming that another director took over and the two didn't work together again. For whatever reason, this film isn't quite as good as the others in this set, but it is still worthwhile. Finally there is "The Rare Breed". Stewart's later comedy/western combinations didn't work as well as his earlier more complex efforts in my opinion, but star power makes this one hold up, with Maureen O'Hara and Brian Keith also featured. Plus there are some interesting plot twists involving Stewart's character.
I won't take off points for it, but this set has two drawbacks. First, the only film with any extras is "Winchester '73" with Stewart's great commentary. Second, all of these films have been released as singles before. This punishes diehard Stewart fans who bought these films when they were first available less economically. Universal has also been releasing a series of "Universal Cinema Classics" including some really great comedies (Midnight/The Major and the Minor/Easy Living). This makes me wonder if I should just wait and see if those films come out in an economical collection later on too.
Destry Rides Again (1939) - NO EXTRAS
Winchester '73 (1950) - features Interview with James Stewart that is actually a commentary that runs throughout the film.
Bend Of The River (1952) - NO EXTRAS
The Far Country (1955) - NO EXTRAS
Night Passage (1957) - NO EXTRAS
The Rare Breed (1966) - NO EXTRAS
They are all already on DVD. The press release says that Universal will repackage the same content with the exception of The Far Country. Its original aspect ration is 1.85:1, but its May 2003 DVD release was in the full screen format. However, the specs for this set show The Far Country as being released in 1.85:1.
Here you get to see James Stewart evolve as a western star. In "Destry Rides Again" he plays the same old likable character we have seen throughout the 30's. It was too bad it was made in the golden year of 1939, or else the film would probably be better known. "Winchester 73" sees the beginning of Stewart's teaming with Anthony Mann. Together they made what can almost be described as film noir westerns. Here Stewart plays a much darker and more complex character than you are probably accustomed to seeing in westerns of this era. The trend continues in "Bend of the River" and "The Far Country".
"Night Passage" was supposed to be another Mann/Stewart western, but the two had such a falling out during filming that another director took over and the two didn't work together again. For whatever reason, this film isn't quite as good as the others in this set, but it is still worthwhile. Finally there is "The Rare Breed". Stewart's later comedy/western combinations didn't work as well as his earlier more complex efforts in my opinion, but star power makes this one hold up, with Maureen O'Hara and Brian Keith also featured. Plus there are some interesting plot twists involving Stewart's character.
I won't take off points for it, but this set has two drawbacks. First, the only film with any extras is "Winchester '73" with Stewart's great commentary. Second, all of these films have been released as singles before. This punishes diehard Stewart fans who bought these films when they were first available less economically. Universal has also been releasing a series of "Universal Cinema Classics" including some really great comedies (Midnight/The Major and the Minor/Easy Living). This makes me wonder if I should just wait and see if those films come out in an economical collection later on too.
18 of 20 people found the following review helpful
By JMF
Format:DVD|Amazon Verified Purchase
This is a nobrainer really. You get six films that range from good to classic status from one of Hollywood's most respected and versatile actors for around $20. Also you have three of the five films he made with Anthony Mann as director. There's nothing new as far as bonus features as the titles have been repackaged from previous single editions but for me it was worthwhile to sell the two titles I already owned to have all these fine films in one package.
22 of 27 people found the following review helpful
By T.S.
Format:DVD
The full-length interview with James Stewart provided as a commentary on Winchester 73 is worth the price. Buy it when you can get it for the low price. Each film is in it's own plastic case - a thin one - with all 6 in a box for easy storage.
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Published 13 days ago by Carolyn D.
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just a great old movie.
if you love westerns you'l love this one, james stewart is always great, his movies might be old but they live on & on.
Published 1 month ago by grannyanita
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Birthday Gift for Husband
It was a birthday gift for my husband and he loved it, because he loves Jimmy Stewart!! My husband has seen most of Jimmy Stewart's movies and now he owns them.
Published 2 months ago by Sherry Hudson
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Great Movies
Good, clean entertainment! I really like Jimmy Stewart as an actor and enjoyed the stories.portrayed in the these four movies.
Published 2 months ago by M D Watkins
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James Stewart Western
I like so much Western and the actor James SWtewart. He's one the best actor in your time. I buy this movies because they are a James Stewart Western.
Published 3 months ago by Carlos T. De Carvalho
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Great Collection
The movies were as described and worked well. Enjoyed watching some old movies I watched on the late show as a kid.
Published 5 months ago by Lonnie Daugherty
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James Stewart:The Western Collection
It is such a convenience to be able to receive so many films in one collection.
Amazon .com has an excellent assortment of Westerns.
The DVD's were excellent. Read more
Amazon .com has an excellent assortment of Westerns.
The DVD's were excellent. Read more
Published 9 months ago by Donna Moore
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Jimmy Stewart westerns
This collection was a Christmas gift for my husband. He was skeptical at first about watching because he doesn't especially care for Jimmy Stewart. Read more
Published 16 months ago by Western fan
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I enjoyed all the movies I've gotten so far and am very pleased. So far I have had a good experience dealing with Amazon.
Published on January 5, 2011 by wylobo
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Jimmie Stewart Western series
I originally purchased this western collection for my husband who was looking for a specific movie. We have since watched all of the collection and have enjoyed every one. Read more
Published on January 1, 2011 by Jackie
