My favorite Western

Rating: 10/10 (20 February 2002)

Not being a big fan of Western's, I wasn't overly excited to see this film. However, fifteen minutes in and I was hooked. Kurt Russell gives a convincing performance as Wyatt Earp, the Kansas lawman who moves to Tombstone to start a new life with his three brothers. There he meets up with old friend Doc Holliday (played superbly by Val Kilmer),and the story takes off. Tombstone is tormented by an organized crime ring of men called "The Cowboys". The tension builds between this group and Wyatt's group, and creates a memorable drama. The acting is superb, and the fast paced story keeps you hanging on each scene. I especially enjoyed Val Kilmer's adaptation of Doc Holliday. I found myself cheering for his character, genuinely moved by his acting. The movie has action, drama, romance, and leaves you wanting more at the end. I thoroughly enjoyed this movie, and recommend it highly to all movie fans, even those who do not typically enjoy Westerns. I rate the movie 9/10.