True Grit

Plot

The murder of her father sends a teenage tomboy on a mission of 'justice', which involves avenging her father's death. She recruits a tough old marshal, 'Rooster' Cogburn because he has 'true grit', and a reputation of getting the job done.

Director: Henry Hathaway

Cast: John Wayne, Kim Darby, Glen Campbell, Jeremy Slate, Robert Duvall

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