Exclusive Interview! John Wayne’s THE COWBOYS! 50th Anniversary with A Martinez & Robert Carradine!

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2 жыл бұрын

John Wayne revisited classic movie RED RIVER territory in 1972 with another cattle drive movie, THE COWBOYS. Duke’s character is about to start moving the herd when his drovers quit to go hunt for gold and he’s left with a group of very young boys for the drive. The film veers from adolescent pranks to a violent rite of passage for the boys.
Unlike many of Duke’s later films, it is not a Batjac Production with the regular cast of characters in front of, and behind, the camera. THE COWBOYS was an A+ western directed by former actor Mark Rydell and was filled with surprises. One of them being Wayne’s brutal murder at the hands of a band of rustlers led by “Longhair” Bruce Dern. When the youngsters set out for retribution for the murder of their beloved father figure, the film’s very dark and violent climax surprised audiences.
For the young actors, many of them Jr Rodeo champions, the film was a wonderful opportunity to see and learn from the talented cast and crew. Hollywood actors A Martinez and Robert Carradine joined Rob Word for a special edition of A WORD ON WESTERNS to celebrate the film’s 50th anniversary. Find out what they learned on location and how emotional the death of John Wayne’s character was for them.
THE COWBOYS seems to get more respect and fans as time passes. Join “Cimarron” and “Slim” as they remember a classic in this conversation recorded April 29, 2022.
Also discussed are the series LONGMIRE, KUNG FU and the short lived TV series, THE COWBOYS.

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@quij7ote222 Жыл бұрын

I was one of those folks who have had ambivalent feelings about John Wayne as an actor, until The Cowboys. I still can't get over how fine and real he is in the movie. For me, it is his best performance. His performance is moving before he even leaves his ranch. I also became a life-long fan of A Martinez after this film. I'll watch him in anything. I was glad to see Robert Carradine and to find out he is quite funny and charming. I like him in cowboy movies and I wish there were more to watch. I especially appreciate how y'all honored David Carradine by speaking well of his talent and humor. I felt Robert's love and appreciation for his brother. Such a fine interview. Thank you for honoring one of my favorite films. A very real classic.

@alancooper9632 2 жыл бұрын

What a brilliant interview. I'm 64 and have been a John Wayne fan since a young lad, I hate Bruce dearn in this film. ( that's because of the brilliant part he played.) absolute gold.

@jenniferwise8515 2 жыл бұрын

Bruce was the best actor in this.

@amazonwarrior7875 2 жыл бұрын

He's a Man, leader and Patriotism ❤

@SSKing-iy8kr 2 жыл бұрын

Incredible interview. Felt like I was in the room eavesdropping on some old friends having a nostalgic conversation.

@manuelramirez4795 2 жыл бұрын

Bruce Dern said in a interview about 25 years ago that the famous fight scene he had with John Wayne was so physical that he got injured in the process. He said Duke was so much bigger and stronger than he was he ended up in a back brace for six weeks after the film. "He really thumped me" Dern said

@Steve101747 2 жыл бұрын

If you haven't already I suggest an interview with Clay O'Brien. As a boy he was already a cowboy and starred in two John Wayne movies (Cahill and The Cowboys), was the boy Mark with James Garner in One Little Indian and several other westerns. He eventually quit movies to do rodeos full time and is a champion many times over in that sport.

@hdjmiller 2 жыл бұрын

I actually just read that about him. Amazing.

@christhompson3750 Жыл бұрын

Clay was also in The Apple Dumpling Gang and also did a movie with Roy Rogers, Mackintosh and TJ.

@amartinez1285 Жыл бұрын

He would be a great guest.

@TheSpaghetti64 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Rob. Long, long time fan of A. Martinez and was so glad to see him in Longmire. The writing and acting in that series was phenominal.

@wesmcgee1648 2 жыл бұрын

This movie was very special to me. Saw it with my dad and little brother in 72. Dad was a cattleman and a huge Duke fan. My brother and I were two of the hands. Dad even owned a grandson of Cochise the Alpaloosa that Duke rode in El Dorado I think it was.

@raymondeaton5692 2 жыл бұрын

Two great actors remembering the great opportunity they had as young men. Really good stuff. RIP Duke.

@TheMysterian 2 жыл бұрын

Great interview with A. Martinez & Robert Carradine Rob, really enjoyed it.

@jowalnut8822 2 жыл бұрын

So happy to see that A martinez found time to talk about the movie and icing on the cake with Robert carradine. Great job rob, you did it.

@tombankwel4822 2 жыл бұрын

The cowboys with the towering giant of a man John Wayne, this film so great it should have won 11 oscars great interview, thanks lord Rob Word of Word on Westerns laird of Word manor thanks from tom your friend always 🤩

@starrjones4127 2 жыл бұрын

What a talented performer Mr Dern is , had the pleasure of working with him on a film I produced. He is a treasure trove of film history, what an amazing career!!

@AWordonWesterns 2 жыл бұрын

Nice, star. What was the film?

@starrjones4127 2 жыл бұрын

@@AWordonWesterns It was actually a low-budget horror film and he was fantastic, it was called toolbox murders 2. By the way I love your channel, I watch your new segments every Sunday. I started out as a make up artist in the industry and currently working my way into producing. Westerns are my favorite genre behind comedy. I’ve been blessed to have some great conversations with some Cast And Crew regarding some of my favourite films. Also worked with two of the Carradine’s as a make up artist. I love that you continue to keep the history of the industry alive, especially Westerns. Was at The Autry in Dec of 21, looking forward to seeing the renovations!!

@AWordonWesterns 2 жыл бұрын

@@starrjones4127 We will be at the Autry THIS Tues, May 17, and my guests will be 6 of the "young" actor/riders from THE COWBOYS. Plus Patrick Wayne. Doors open at 10:30am. Come join the audience of film fans. It's free.

@starrjones4127 2 жыл бұрын

@@AWordonWesterns Man I wish I was going to be in town . Can’t wait to see that interview !! All the best!!

@mark-shane 2 жыл бұрын

@@starrjones4127 the original Toolbox murders movie in 1978 starred one of the cowboys, Dan- Nicolas Beauvy

@metalacop 2 жыл бұрын

So many wonderful moments in this film. A true classic.

@BigHush 2 жыл бұрын

That scene with Dern plunging the boy into the river stuck with me for life. You could tell how real that was!

@jerryf6983 2 жыл бұрын

Love how Dern improvised that scene. Never knew that

@paulkitt2376 2 жыл бұрын

Another top interview Rob. A and Bobby even though they haven't seen each other in over 20 years still have this amazing connection and rapport.

@JSB1882 2 жыл бұрын

I remember when COVID hit and Netflix gave a free month out to try it. I looked around and nothing interested me at all until I hit on "Longmire". That show was incredible and A. Martinez was one of the best characters on that show. Great writing and acting and I watched all six seasons within two weeks and cancelled Netflix. I would love to hear Robert Carradine talk about his father because seldom does anyone talk about him, and he was in so many great movies and bad ones too.

@welles2002 2 жыл бұрын

These Guys are two Solid Actors.

@gregdavis19 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic interview, Rob! We went to the Drive-in theater to see the movie “ The Cowboys “, and I’m pretty sure us kids were in our Jammie’s too, lol. My many years of rodeoing I always wanted to run into Clay O’Brien Cooper but never did. I, like many others loved this movie, and most all of us came to hate Bruce Dern for killing the Duke, ha! Mr. Dern did a excellent performance in his character.

@mark-shane 2 жыл бұрын

be nice to get Bruce Dern on show Rob

@billtmarchi4320 2 жыл бұрын

That scene with Bruce dern I could tell Bruce was really putting more into it. He did look like he about drowned him. Always thought he put alot into his bad guy image. In the movie when he drags the black cook to hang him and the dialog before the hanging is great also. it's about

@jameswood231 2 жыл бұрын

Great movie, great memories as an 8 year old boy. I loved John Wayne. I cried when he died in this movie and I cried when he died in real life. A Martinez and Robert Carradine are good actors in their own right. TY for the memories.

@davidproffitt6902 2 жыл бұрын

I've only see a couple of interviews with Robert Caradine but he always comes across like talking to your big brother. He has a honesty and modesty that is most admireable . You get what you see like it or not he takes on no airs.

@scottmonroe6522 2 жыл бұрын

This movie along with Hang’em High cemented Bruce Dern as one of the most compelling actors in the history of film.

@davidschlecht3016 2 жыл бұрын

A trip down memory lane the great story of cast and crew to be able to work with John Wayne and the whole group to feed off of each other to make this great production.

@beevee4445 2 жыл бұрын

Rob you never disappoint! I loved this interview... Have never seen A. Martinez interviewed. He was delightful.. I've seen your prior interviews with Mr. Carradine and he is great to listen to! Mr. Martinez was *excellent* in Longmire..

@scottmock6743 2 жыл бұрын

A Mart inez was so good in LongMire I hated him.

@palermotrapani9067 2 жыл бұрын

Agree 100% about Mr. Martinez. Great character in that show excellently played by Mr. A. Martinez.

@burbs728 2 жыл бұрын

I loved this movie The Cowboys, I can watch that movie 100 times and not get tired of it.😊

@brianengle3584 2 жыл бұрын

Mr. Word, your interviews are unparalleled. Would love to see your style and substance replicated in other areas of interest, but alas, one has but a single lifetime to hone one’s craft. Honestly, I’d written off “Hollywood” as a hopeless cesspool. I stopped watching new releases entirely because they were more often soul robbing than enriching. With the advent of streaming, I’ve experimented more, but I hit the stop button on 90% of the content within 15 minutes. But, your talks are always excellent and have me wanting to dig deeper into the filmography of your guests. You have a knack for shutting out the deafening roar of Hollywood’s incessant pandering and letting thoughtfulness and sweet insights come to the fore. Your guests trust you and you honor them with your deep knowledge of their contributions. And they respond by opening up their hearts and sharing memories that would be otherwise lost to time. How refreshing to witness three Hollywood professionals reminiscing about the things that matter in a genuine, non-affected way. By virtue of their open and gracious personalities they honored the Duke’s memory superbly. Not a snarky note to be heard - how touching… and rare.

@AWordonWesterns 2 жыл бұрын

Wow, Brian. Thank you very very much for your kind words. I'm glad you enjoy our series and take the time to research my guests filmographies.

@beckykistler4271 2 жыл бұрын

Couldn't say my thoughts any better than Brian did. Rob, always outstanding in a professional and personal manner. Good to learn of the backstory to many scenes and stars. They just don't make 'em like they used to. Thanks to you, your knowledge and commitment to the western genre, interviews, INSP. Great respect and honor.

@ladyketurahinwaiting 2 жыл бұрын

My absolute favorite John Wayne movie 😍❣️

@gatroy13 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing seeing and hearing these guys after all these years. It was an amazing movie that had me crying when the Duke dies. Bruce Dern was an amazing actor. Thank you for sharing this.

@Labor_Jones 2 жыл бұрын

Nice! - Our movie palace was about 25 years old by the time this movie played. I'd be 'Drafted' not long after and when I came back the 'Majestic Theater' where i had seen most of the Movies in my life was split into two screens, then became an xxx-rated theater, and finally sort of died into a Used Clothing Store. ...The new Mall had two TINY little theaters with horrible acoustics and bad seats. EARTHQUACK took up 1/3 of the theater and when they used the system as cheap as that place was build, I really did worry that the building would come down. .... I probably shouldn't say this, but 'The Cowboy and The Shootist' were probably the last GREAT Westerns I can remember. The ERA of SUPERSTAR Westerns seemed to have died with John Wayne. I could name you a couple of Westerns I thought were GREAT after, but very few in what I'd call 'The Classic Presentation.'

@frankdodgee 2 жыл бұрын

How cool to see these guys all grown up. Rob Word is a walking western movie encyclopedia. We wore pajamas to the drive-ins too. Funny 😆

@hiramnoone 2 жыл бұрын

Great getting these two together. Wonderful remembrances from both. Talking about Wayne and meeting him for the first time, Roger Ebert spoke of his experience meeting him on the set of The Green Berets for an interview, Wayne sticking his catchers mitt sized hand out in greeting saying, "Hi, I'm Duke Wayne". And Ebert totally awe struck and nearly speechless in his presence barely able to get it out, saying simply "I know".

@dukecraig2402 2 жыл бұрын

The best "meeting John Wayne" story I ever read was from an actual Green Beret who met him at Ft Bragg when they came to film the movie, the guy had already done 2 tours with Special Forces in Vietnam and was back at Bragg as part of the training cadre there, this will be a bit paraphrased but it went like this; When I first heard that John Wayne was coming to Bragg to make a film about us I thought "Oh great, just what we need, a man who's never heard a shot fired in anger in his life and he's gonna make a movie about US? The Green Beret!?!?! Well he better hope I don't run across him cause I'll give him a piece of my mind he'll never forget". Several weeks later I heard a commotion in the hallway outside of my office and when I stepped out into it to see what it was I was standing face to face with none other than John Wayne himself, he stuck his hand out and said "HI, I'm John Wayne (as if he needed an introduction) it's a pleasure to meet you", after two weeks of sitting around thinking about all the things I was going to say to him to tell him off if I ever got the chance he was such an imposing figure standing there in front of me my mind was a total blank, all I could think to do was shake his hand and like a little kid stumble over my words saying "Yes Mr Wayne, of course Mr Wayne, it's a pleasure to meet you Mr Wayne". After shaking his hand and making a complete idiot out of myself stumbling all over my words the way I did I spun around and walked back into my office and sat down at my desk and said to myself "Anyone who ever thinks they're gonna tell John Wayne off is in for a real eye opener when they stand face to face with him".

@hiramnoone 2 жыл бұрын

@@dukecraig2402 This one might top it... if you can believe it that is: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/d9V1ereUlb7dkoU.html

@hiramnoone 2 жыл бұрын

@@dukecraig2402 Good story BTW.

@christopherstilley7756 2 жыл бұрын

Outstanding.. What nostalgia..They'd look great in a western now ..

@welles2002 2 жыл бұрын

Another film that I always remembered was " Death of a Gunfighter " with Richard Widmark

@alvilla9659 2 жыл бұрын

It was great seeing A Martinez and Robert Carradine together again thank you Robb for a great interview

@gerardjohnson2106 2 жыл бұрын

AWESOME. This will become "classic". Thank you for bringing these wonderful performers back together for "storytime". I'll for sure replay this one.

@joansmith5870 2 жыл бұрын

Really enjoyed this interview. Tonight on Inspiration Channel "Rooster Cogburn " is playing. That and Stagecoach are my favorite John Wayne movies. I love the chemistry between Wayne and Hepburn.

@Slick2462 2 жыл бұрын

I am enjoying a Word on Wayne month! Great interview and look behind the scenes I don't think it can better than this!😀👍

@AWordonWesterns 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, slick. More to come.

@davepalmerton2429 2 жыл бұрын

What a great interview, Rob. I have seen other interviews with Robert, they have always been great; this is the first time with A; such an interesting guy. I have always felt that Bruce Dern is one of the most under rated actors we have, his characters just bleed and sweat emotions.

@TubenIt83 2 жыл бұрын

A Martinez is a wonderful character actor! Always a pleasure to see his name in the credits!

@kevinbanks6855 2 жыл бұрын

I will call this a Great Casual Conversation. The Cowboy's was a Great movie and I don't care what the critics say. Haven't seen much of 1883 but when the Director allows the Actor to let the inner flow of feelings that is read from the script it makes it more real.

@patrickmatt100 2 жыл бұрын

One of my favorite John Wayne movies. I enjoyed hearing their stories on set and their lives afterwards. Awesome. Thanks.

@jessefincher 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent interview . Both guys are so relaxed and well spoken . I really enjoy hearing details about the old days. You do a fine job Mr. Rob. Thank you for your time and contribution.👍🏻

@AWordonWesterns 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it, Jess. Thanks for the kind words.

@crowhaven200 2 жыл бұрын

I had a great time watching and listening. Awesome interview. I rewatched The Cowboys a week or so ago, glad I did. Both were great in it. A Martinez was always someone I enjoyed watching. I lost track of him for years. I hope he enjoyed making Pow Wow Highway as much as I did watching it. I think it's a classic. He and Gary Farmer had great chemistry together. Thanks Rob. keep'em coming.

@andyrusten5748 2 жыл бұрын

Wow Rob another fantastic one this is going to be marked as one of my favorites. John Wayne in the Cowboys one of Duke’s greatest rolls

@mjemigh3304 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for another good one, Rob! I'm reminded that I started watching the soap opera that A was in because Harry Blackstone (Jr.) was in it for a week or two. We didn't know each other well, but I guess you could loosely call us "friends." I just knew I had seen this guy, A, before. It was right near the beginning of the whole VHS thing. A buddy told me that A was one of "The Cowboys," and made a bootleg copy of the film for me. Sure enough, that WAS the guy! Really good movie. I mean, REALLY good. Those kids sure pulled off their scenes. Even the non-actors. I'm not sure that Duke's death was a great idea, but it sure worked.

@doggyman1202 2 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad I watched this. Super interview! I don't want to put words in his mouth, but Bobby drives home the point that present day directors don't know how to make Westerns. In my estimation, they don't know how to direct action altogether, which is beginning to seem like a lost art.

@genepoolbooboo 2 жыл бұрын

That was a great interview! Thank you Rob and thanks to the two former Cowboys.In my top five of John Wayne movies. Love this channel! Blessings to all!

@robertayoder2063 2 жыл бұрын

Great interview A and Bobbie together was very entertaining. Cowboys great film gets better with age. Bruce dern great performance i couldn't handle him killing duke that way as a kid . Thanks Rob look forward to the next one

@daryljacobson7462 2 жыл бұрын

Another great interview with Robert Carradine. I enjoyed A. Martinez too. Thanks.

@Mike-ik7dl 2 жыл бұрын

Wow what a special treat A Martinez and Robert Caredine this was awesome to watch loved Longmire A did such a great job in this show great interview thanks so much

@rebeccalarson9014 2 жыл бұрын

Loved this interview...I never like the movie Cowboys because the Duke died, but after watching this I think I'll have to watch the Cowboys again!!

@AWordonWesterns 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Rebecca. Let us know what you think about it after so many years.

@tammyembery5763 7 күн бұрын

Awesome interview. Bruce Dern awesome Actor. I know it's a movie but gosh you didn't have to kill him. Those boys when they got that head stone I cried. I know it's been years since the movie came out but it's my favorite John Wayne movie. Those boys then it was so sweet when they put the tomb stone down got ready to leave Were burning day light.Memories are golden so is The Duke. God Bless every body....😊😊

@susancanyon 2 жыл бұрын

What a wonderful interview reflection and remembrance of John Wayne and how he presented himself and the example of strength, kindness and leadership. Humanity that is missing today where the mode is transhumanism and digital characters. Both actors humility and love of their craft and growth. Everyone loved Longmire and Buffalo, Wyoming celebrated Longmire Days. I met Taylor Sheridan's hat maker at a horse show and asked him to thank him personally for bringing back the Western and holding the culture.

@AWordonWesterns 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent thoughts, Sue. Thanks.

@billtmarchi4320 2 жыл бұрын

Bruce dern was damn good at playing the bad guy. And he did about drien that kid. Everytime iwatch that scene you can tell he put some extra meanness into it.

@DCJNewsMedia 2 жыл бұрын

I seen it in Garland Texas at the Drive in with my parents as a young man. Our family was so into the movie and all the crazy great actors...... It seemed absolutely real... God-bless yall and your families and RIP John Duke Wayne 🙏 and his family 👪 Chief

@dhanks55 2 жыл бұрын

What a truly fine interview with two of our favorite actors. Martinez, Carradine were perfection. THANK YOU gentlemen cuz The Cowboys means an awful lot to millions of us.

@AWordonWesterns 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it, CH

@kd78orangerangerpete79 2 жыл бұрын

Lonesome dove and the cowboys are my 2 favorite movies of all time.

@ryancarroll3961 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome interview Rob I’m so glad you were able to get A as well as Robert

@AWordonWesterns 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Ryan. Me, too!

@tallmanfromcornwall1229 2 жыл бұрын

"Summers over" "Just about" This movie... these lines and the musical score. John Williams knew how to cast the French Horn - unbelievable emotion. I want that piece of music played at my funeral.

@scottjo63 2 жыл бұрын

And that great Wil Anderson eulogy Mr. Knightlinger says could be said about John Wayne also..."This must be a lonely place to leave him, but he is not alone. Because, many of his kind rest here with him. The prarie was like a mother to Wil Anderson. She cared for him while he lived and (gruff voice on the 'and' to keep from crying), she is nursing him while he sleeps".

@wesdog8975 2 жыл бұрын

Though I am a few years their junior, I feel like that both A and Robert are my older brothers, as I have watched the Cowboys many times since I can remember. I was born in 1970.

@djdiscoworm 2 жыл бұрын

How Fun Was This Reunion

@devilsden2283 2 жыл бұрын

American Badass.....that's why people love Duke....👍💥🇺🇸💥

@fullonauto 2 жыл бұрын

By far one of my favorite movies! That has been passed on to my sons and grandsons. The movie was a big hit when my sons had birthday sleepovers..... We all have watch it many times together and it never gets old for us...... For my daughters and grandaughters it was "To sir with love"......

@stephensoltau2823 2 жыл бұрын

I saw this movie in the theater.I was 11 years old,maybe even 10. At 60 now,it is still one of my favorite westerns.Oh,and I couldn't believe my parents let me see a movie with cursing in it.

@mattpastell3728 2 жыл бұрын

Great interview! It’s hard to believe it’s been 50 years! It’s still a great movie!

@OdeeOz 2 жыл бұрын

*AHA So this is what you were doing with A Martinez the other day! Great Behind the Scenes tales, **_Two Rob's!_* 👍👍 & 5⭐ Holy cattle drive! 22:08 look at A Martinez's Right Eyebrow shaped like a revolver! :O That'd be Stage Left eyebrow. 👍

@LilHoss 2 жыл бұрын

You should expand this and get ALL the actors that were in The Cowboys movie together. A reunion. I know most of the adults from the movie are gone, but all the kids would have such great stories. Bruce Dern would be good to hear from, if his willing.

@AWordonWesterns 2 жыл бұрын

Join us THIS Tues at The Autry when 6 more of those “young” cowboys will join me on stage for some wild memories. Sit in the audience while we tape the show. Starts at 11AM and it’s FREE!! All John Wayne and A WORD ON WESTERNS fans are welcome.

@LilHoss 2 жыл бұрын

@@AWordonWesterns What!!! That's awesome!!

@johnnewcomb534 2 жыл бұрын

@@AWordonWesterns I wish I could .lord a mercy .will be looking fo this

@johnnewcomb534 2 жыл бұрын

@@AWordonWesterns I wish I could .lord a mercy .will be looking fo this

@kenshores9900 2 жыл бұрын

The Cowboys was such a good movie. Those two were a big reason why along with the other young men. Bruce Dern was exceptional, an actor you lived to hate. Thanks for putting this on. I learned even more about the movie that I didn’t know. Like the part about the TV spin off show that competed with “Sonny and Cher!” What a hoot. Thanks Rob. A really good episode.

@AWordonWesterns 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Ken

@hollywoodmediaprofessional3282 2 жыл бұрын

What a wonderful program. One of your best. I felt like I was in the room listening with you. Thanks.

@AWordonWesterns 2 жыл бұрын

Wow, thank you!

@rgwinslow 2 жыл бұрын

My heart skipped a beat watching this episode. It was so, so, I don't know, cool. Most of my early westerns were viewed at a drive-in. Certainly the John Wayne and Clint Eastwood westerns. That was a hell of an interview. Thanks!

@AWordonWesterns 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Roger

@kathykit7629 2 жыл бұрын

Great interview. Love both of these guys. 50 years since the Cowboys! OMG. I remember seeing it in the theatre and screaming “No”! When Bruce Dern killed Duke. And, I wasn’t the only one that was shocked by that scene. Great film.

@johnrdunbar 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent interview Rob. You deserve a special award because you bring back all the old movies like no one else. The Cowboys should've got an Academy. I'm sure they weren't Conservatives so they didn't care about John Wayne, but there were more than a few he should've got. A Martinez has been a favorite ever since The Cowboys. Longmire- I watched it twice then my brother & his wife came down & I had to show it to them!

@AWordonWesterns 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, John. I did the same with LONGMIRE for my younger sister and her husband. They liked it too!

@johnrdunbar 2 жыл бұрын

Lou Diamond Phillips actually is from Corpus Christi, where I live. He's a favorite too.

@smartphone1719 2 жыл бұрын

I appreciate your content sir. This movie is great every time I get to watch it. Thanks 👍.

@AWordonWesterns 2 жыл бұрын

You bet, SP. Thanks.

@Squank63 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Rob for providing us with these great interviews. The Cowboys has always been one of my very favorites. I'd love to see an interview with Bruce Dern.

@AWordonWesterns 2 жыл бұрын

Me, too, Squank. Me, too!

@philwebb3 2 жыл бұрын

Great interview. Thanks Rob

@blainemonaco2092 2 жыл бұрын

The Cowboys and True Grit, two of my favorites…….

@AWordonWesterns 2 жыл бұрын

Two terrific choices, blaine. Thanks

@suev3339 2 жыл бұрын

A WOW!! What a get together this interview was Rob. Like kids getting together remembering their lives as crossed paths when they’re in their elderly life. Cross, go on, cross and then later try to remember the memories. The Cowboys was a great Duke film w/a whole cast of young western actors coming up. Bruce Dern was a great actor from the first time I saw him. It was like he was born for acting. Tho to see Duke so violently taken down at the end was out of his character for a film. Yet, who else could do it that good? Thanks much Rob. 👍🤠

@AWordonWesterns 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Sue.

@fenwayify 2 жыл бұрын

The discussion about Robert playing the Vivaldi concerto (a personal favorite) and Rydell's choice to use it in the film, I found to be the most compelling part of the conversation. The John Williams score was also magnificent, but that Vivaldi piece so beautifully captured the delicate wonder of children (and the audience as they took in the scene) having life-defining moments as they grow up. A Martinez' recognition of the awesome gravity of the moment and the way Rydell used it did elevate the movie in a transcendent way. I was 14 when I saw the film with my dad and brother. Not until I saw "One flew over the Cuckoo's nest" was I as affected by a movie as much as The Cowboys. I always thought this was John Wayne's finest performance, even including True Grit. He was an aging rancher, with an aging wife, abandoned by his ranch hands and facing desperate circumstances; as believable as it gets. The bigness of the movie came from the story, not the star...it was just wonderful and I'll always treasure it...

@perrygiles869 2 жыл бұрын

Love your interviews. The Cowboys gets better every time I watch it. Watching this made me like it even more. Bruce Dern played a masterful part in this movie. Too bad folks hold it against him. I'm not sure the casting could have been any better. Thank you, Rob.

@AWordonWesterns 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Perry. I agree. THE COWBOYS gets better and better each time I see it.

@petegregory517 2 жыл бұрын

Dern is vastly underrated by many so called experts. He’s been one of my favorites for years.

@carlevans5760 2 жыл бұрын

@@AWordonWesterns Same here. One of the great pleasures of watching this movie, is to hear that great voice that Roscoe Lee Brown had. The first time I watched this movie--probably about1973 or so? he just stood out from most. I wish he had been in more than what I have seen him in.

@obbor4 2 жыл бұрын

@@carlevans5760 He appears (as different characters) in a couple of episodes of 'All in the Family' that are both classic episodes of that incredible show.

@carlevans5760 2 жыл бұрын

@@obbor4 My grandmother and I always watched that show together. It's on DvD and i'll have the collection soon.

@stephenfricke9298 2 жыл бұрын

One of the best EVER. BURNING DAYLIGHT

@buddylobos5277 2 жыл бұрын

You still see 'Longmire for Sherriff' ' bumper stickers around Santa Fe. My wife & I were avid viewers. Las Vegas NM, was where they shot the office scenes. The door that leads up the stairs to the Sherriff's office is like a historical marker. It still says "Sherriff's Dept. ' with "Walt Longmire Sherriff ". The city loved it. And, the Santa Clara Pueblo Casino in Espanola, where A was in charge is the real deal. They're doing well. Looks as good in person as it did on the show. What a treat this was. First really noticed A in 'Pow Wow Highway.' A great one too. Thank You Rob.

@brendancasey866 2 жыл бұрын

Longmire, reminded me of a TV series I saw as a kid, can't remember much of the storyline, but the theme tune and lead actor are (to me unforgettable) Cades County?

@thomasstevens9551 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome interview! Watch this every fathers day. This is the one Duke should have won the oscar for! EXCELLENT director too. This one and "Golden Pond" are Mark Rydell's masterpieces!

@burthogan3956 2 жыл бұрын

BRILLANT

@jimross7648 2 жыл бұрын

As is always the case a great episode. The primary focus being the Cowboys and John Wayne were great but what make it exceptional is the asides between Martinez and Carradine. A true conversation took place between the three of you, bringing up nuggets of information that were previously unknown, to me at least. This conversation was simply entertaining from being to end. It ended to fast, but that's a given, with your ability to bring the best out of your guests remembrances.

@suev3339 2 жыл бұрын

You’re so right Jim Ross!

@AWordonWesterns 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Jim.

@sammychicken3457 2 жыл бұрын

Wow! Thankyou Rob. Brilliant, brilliant, brilliant . Another one of my favourites Rob, Bruce Dern's character scared me. I so felt for the kids against this monster. It is so sad that John Wayne's character dies toward the latter part of the movie. A very well produced picture, that we've all come to expect from John Wayne films. Thank you Rob & kind regards from Adelaide, South Australia.

@richb313 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic interview Rob especially how these stories reflect on Hollywood history especially on Bruce Dern and other actors and behind the scenes trivia of the time.

@jimwallace3856 2 жыл бұрын

Bowled over. Thank you all for this. What a joy!

@Teelee56 Жыл бұрын

I found this interview while I was watching the movie!! So awesome to see the movie and hear what A and Robert said about filming the movie at the same time… John Wayne was legend and I’m so happy my parents took us to the Drive-in movies to see so many of his movies!!!!

@AWordonWesterns Жыл бұрын

Awesome, T. Thanks.

@richardclegg5853 2 жыл бұрын

They're favorite scenes my favorite, the Vivaldi guitar scene is just beautiful...

@AWordonWesterns 2 жыл бұрын

It really sets the tone. Thanks, Richard

@andymckane7271 2 жыл бұрын

Superb interviews! Glad to see this and delighted to see the way these two men get along off the COWBOYS set. You do your homework when it comes to knowing movies and the men and women who put those movies together. Thank you very much! And thanks to A Martinez and Robert Carradine. (P.S. When I had a Land Rover parts business in San Diego in the 1970s & 1980s, Chris Carradine was a customer of my business. At that time Chris was a male model.) Long live John Wayne!

@moik2747 2 жыл бұрын

Ah yes, those were the good-ole western days. 👍👍👏👏😃

@welles2002 2 жыл бұрын

This interviewed made me watch this film today and I forgot how great it is and man that score by John Williams is so good. I just saw him at Carnegie hall several weeks ago .

@AWordonWesterns 2 жыл бұрын

Williams sure got to create magic for the film, welles. Cool that you just saw him.

@helenreidt3315 Жыл бұрын

The Cowboys was my absolute favorite J W movie, perfectly cast, every actor. All though to be fair I love all JW movies, even after all these years.

@mikeboone4425 2 жыл бұрын

This was a hallmark interview and hopefully Longmire will return will done . Happy trails

@AWordonWesterns 2 жыл бұрын

I hope so too! Thanks, Mike

@Bigkfan 2 жыл бұрын

Rob, Thank you so much for continuing to do these interviews :) You know Bobby Carradine is a personal favorite of mine..still waiting for the day when I get to actually meet him!

@AWordonWesterns 2 жыл бұрын

You'd better head to the Autry, L. Bobby will be there this Tuesday morning for a reunion with other child actors/riders from THE COWBOYS when we resume taping new episodes again with an audience! Yee ha!

@grantcochran6124 2 жыл бұрын

A fun and thoroughly intriguing interview. Thank you, Mr. Word.

@irenegriego2446 2 жыл бұрын

Loved this movie it was so real,deep,but when it came to seeing Duke get killed by Durn I was shocked never did I see Duke get killed then I got mad at Durn for killing the Duke,I stayed mad at Darn for a long time

@elliotskydel641 2 жыл бұрын

So vowed never to spell Dern right.

@irenegriego2446 2 жыл бұрын

I got over it,Warns a good actor himself

@SammLloy481 2 жыл бұрын

I could only imagine how bobby and Martinez felt seeing each other after all those years. This was spontaneous and honest and for them to remember the movie and the relationship with all the other actors had to be a blast for them. I really enjoyed this. I hope Carradine and Martinez make another movie together. They seem to get along well. Thank you Rob. 😊

@murphtahoe1 2 жыл бұрын

Such a great film. I thought Dern and Wayne were truly at the top of their game. This was such a fun discussion about the nuances of film making that we never get to see or hear about. Thank you gentlemen for peeling the onion back for us to share and enjoy.

@AWordonWesterns 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!