GamerTab That was an excellent one.

AshUnow This is a small, humorous movie in some ways, but it has a huge heart. What a nice experience.

Murphy Howard I enjoyed watching this film and would recommend other to give it a try , (as I am) but this movie, although enjoyable to watch due to the better than average acting fails to add anything new to its storyline that is all too familiar to these types of movies.

Bumpy Chip It’s not bad or unwatchable but despite the amplitude of the spectacle, the end result is underwhelming.

daviddaphneredding There wasn't the good-guy-bad-guy conflict in this outstanding Columbia Movies western, but it was one of those movies which held my attention and interest well. Glenn Ford, (who portrayed the real-life cowboy Tom Reese) though slightly built, was the same tough guy he always was in any movie in which he acted. Jack Lemmon (who played the real-life cowboy Frank Harris) actually played two distinct roles; he was a dude in a Chicago hotel, but later a different type person as a cowboy on the range, though in the latter role it was a challenge for him to assimilate himself to the totally different life style to which he had been accustomed. Anne Kashfi, who played a young lady from Mexico, was someone who made it hard to keep your eyes off of her. (Can Jack Lemmon be blamed for strongly wanting to marry her?)Bryan Donlevy, an experienced actor who played tough guys and cowboys, was right for the role he played as a retired sheriff who wanted to go on the round-up. Dick York was accomplished as a young, almost-mean, tough cowboy. And though his role was minor, Buzz Henry, who had played in westerns in his pre-teenage years, was also a good actor in this movie. Again, there was little conflict: there was, along this line, only a brief Indian attack. More than anything else there was character study. While not allowed to include any spoilers, there was a change in each of the major character, but the viewer will have to decide whether it was for better or worse. Because of all the major elements already mentioned, I have added this movie to my repertoire.

punishmentpark I don't know what it is exactly, but in 'Cowboy' some elements just don't agree with me. First of all, the soundtrack: it sounds sort of jolly to me, too jolly (luckily it was absent some of the time), when the film obviously wants to be a little darker than usual. Just like Tom shooting bugs in the bathroom; it feels over the top. I read a review here by a real rider for the cattle association (donkrahn) who stated that this film is realistic, and as far as some characters go, I could believe that, but to me the dramatic side of the film was at times undermined by misplaced comedic elements (the jolly music, shooting bugs, learning to ride a horse) and a rather poor 'development' of the characters; the ending with Frank in the bath next to Tom shooting a bug and both of them laughing it up was particularly awkward.The relationship between Tom and Frank seemed at times realistic enough, but there were plenty of (too) contrived moments, for instance when they take their time to shoot the breeze while being in a wagon full of wild cattle, and their randomly being an asshole when the other one is the nice guy and vice versa. I'm not sure how I feel about Lemmon in this role. He had his moments, but I couldn't get convinced of him being a hardened cowboy.And, finally, the scene of the horse being attacked by the red-horned bull was just off-putting. Kudos to Tom for facing it without one.All in all, I liked where it was trying to go at times, but it never really got there; 5 out of 10.

ma-cortes Formidable Western full of action , ironic touches , fascinating drama , Mexican fiesta , cattle round-up , romantic episodes and fabulous performances . Fine and classic Western by Delmer Daves with a magnificent Jack Lemmon and a restrained Glenn Ford . It's a wonderful adventure film format "western" itinerant, full of amusing events , danger and life lessons . In the 1870s a Chicago hotel clerk named Frank Harris (a notoriously mendacious Jack Lemmon in his usual role ) dreams of life as a cowboy , and the tenderfoot gets his opportunity when , jilted by the dad of the girl (Anna Kashfi) he wishes , he unites forces with Tom Reece (Glenn Ford) and his cattle-driving team (Dick York , Richard Jaeckel and Brian Donlevy) . Soon after, though, the ex-clerk finds out existence on the range is neither what he expected nor what he's been wishing . The brave clerk agrees to covenant with Tom a 2.000 mile cattle drive from Chicago until arrive their destination in the Rio Grande , overcoming several risks , avoiding Indian attacks , cattle stampede and several other things .This first-rate Western draws its riveting tale and power from the interaction of finely drawn roles as well as adventure and action . Good adult Western with exciting battle of wits between an obstinate clerk and an expert cowboy . Interesting and likable screenplay based on own reminiscences by novelist Frank Harris and well adapted by the notorious Edmund H. North and the black-listed Dalton Trumbo . Delmer Daves does a good work , an energetic and exciting movie , pitting two antagonist characters against the rugged toughness forced a vast natural environment throughout the trail . Highlight the exemplary value of the landscape as essential dramatic figure, and the narrative takes a brisk pace but not fast, a dash dense but not cumbersome. Glenn Ford as stern boss does an excellent interpretation along with a great cast that appears beautiful Anna Kashfi and other nice secondaries as Dick York , Richard Jaeckel and special appearance by veteran Brian Donlevy. Striking cinematography by Charles Lawton Jr who reflects masterfully the spectacular outdoors . Atmospheric and stirring musical score by George Duning , well conducted by habitual Morris Stoloff . The motion picture is well directed by Delmer Daves - including his characteristic use of landscape- , a Western expert as proved in ¨The hanging tree¨ , ¨3:10 to Yuma¨, ¨The last wagon¨, Jubal , ¨Drum beat¨, ¨Return of the Texan¨, and the notorious ¨Broken arrow¨ . And of course ¨Cowboy¨ that turns out to be stylish, fast paced , solid, meticulous and with enjoyable look . This well acted movie is gripping every step of the way . An unjustly forgotten film results to be a good western and remains consistently agreeable . Rating : Above average , worthwhile watching .

esmorr This is quite a good western. It's not a John Wayne style western, with the big hero triumphant over some nasty adversary etc., or some hired gunman coming into town to do a clean-up job for an aggrieved widow, but it's a more serious type of western picture, telling a true story of cowboy life. I saw that it was due to come on TV, and I ran a tape over it, even though I had never seen nor heard of it before. I was intrigued that Jack Lemmon would be in a cowboy picture, and I just couldn't envisage him in that genre. I guess that I'm too used to seeing him in comedic roles. Well, for the first half of the movie I watched him, and I kept seeing Jack Lemmon the comic, even though he was portraying a serious cowboy. However, after I got engrossed in the story a bit, I realised that Mr Lemmon was really doing a good job, and I stopped seeing the comic Lemmon, and saw instead the cowboy which he had suddenly become. I must say that he impressed me greatly with his portrayal, and I admire his versatility even more now. Glenn Ford does a great job too, as always, but we have seen him in roles like this before. He and Jack bounce their portrayals off each other with wonderful effect, and they work extremely well together. I was also surprised to see Dick York pop up as one of the cowhands, and he makes a really good job of it too. Look out also for Strother Martin and Richard Jaeckel.I think that this picture is a surprise package in several ways, and well worth watching. It is an enjoyable true story, with great scenery, and good acting from a great collection of stars. It is a must-see for any western buff. 8/10.