19: 1939 - Stagecoach

Published: Oct. 5, 2020, 8 a.m.

In this episode, Andy & Michael Fernandez saddle up to discuss the first western on the list, 1939's Stagecoach. This John Ford directed film stars a large of ensemble of performers, including John Wayne, as they make their way across the West. Ranked #63 on the American Film Institute's original list of the greatest films of all time, Stagecoach provides plenty of interesting performances, techniques, social commentary, and a few issues to examine. Listen as Andy & Michael try to understand What Makes It Great!