
Chisum
THE LEGEND - John Wayne is 'Chisum'
Directed by Andrew V. McLaglen
Produced by Batjac Productions, Warner Bros. Pictures
A classic Western centered on a cattle baron's moral stand against monopolistic corruption, built on gunfights, land disputes, and the legendary figures of the Lincoln County War.
Cattle baron John Chisum joins forces with Billy the Kid and Pat Garrett to fight the Lincoln County Land War in the New Mexico Territory of 1878.
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Is Chisum violent? Somewhat. More violent than 71% of films.
Is Chisum sad? Not especially. Less sad than 67% of films.
Is Chisum easy watching? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Does Chisum end with hope? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Is Chisum scary? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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