Red River
Directed by Howard Hawks
Produced by Monterey Productions, Charles K. Feldman Group
An epic Western about ambition, authority, and the fracturing of a father-son bond during a grueling cattle drive across the frontier.
Following the Civil War, headstrong rancher Thomas Dunson decides to lead a perilous cattle drive from Texas to Missouri. During the exhausting journey, his persistence becomes tyrannical in the eyes of Matthew Garth, his adopted son and protégé.
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Is Red River sad? Somewhat. More sad than 61% of films.
Is Red River violent? Somewhat. More violent than 60% of films.
Does Red River end with hope? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Is Red River easy watching? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Is Red River scary? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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Like Red River
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Red River
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Red River, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Red River, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Red River, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
