BootDigest Such a frustrating disappointment

Stevecorp Don't listen to the negative reviews

StyleSk8r At first rather annoying in its heavy emphasis on reenactments, this movie ultimately proves fascinating, simply because the complicated, highly dramatic tale it tells still almost defies belief.

Gary The movie's not perfect, but it sticks the landing of its message. It was engaging - thrilling at times - and I personally thought it was a great time.

Leofwine_draca THE QUIET MAN is an unusual John Ford/John Wayne collaboration in that it isn't a western; for a change, it's a broad comedy with a backdrop of Irish characters, charting the misadventures of a punch-drunk boxer who falls in love and makes a ferocious rival in the process. I suppose it might have been funny, once, but alas, no longer, at least not for this viewer. I found the humour long-winded and belaboured and the slow pace and lengthy running time a dual assault on the viewer's senses. Wayne is reliably droll and amusing and Victor McLaglen is consistently larger-than-life, but the rest of the film just feels slow and unfocused.

Uriah43 Having left Ireland as a young child "Sean Thornton" (John Wayne) has returned from Pittsburgh as a young man with a yearning to settle down. Upon the road to his old home town he sees a beautiful red-haired maiden named "Mary Kate Danaher"(Maureen O'Hara) and immediately takes a liking to her. Yet, even though the feeling is mutual, her older brother "Will Danaher" (Victor McLaglen) has developed an immediate disliking to him because Sean bought the land he wanted for himself--and Will Danaher is known far and wide for his fighting skills. But what nobody knows is that Sean used to be a professional boxer in America and can certainly take care of himself. Now rather than reveal any more I will just say that this movie has action, comedy and some nice acting thrown in for good measure as well. The bottom line is that if you're interested in a good, clean movie then this is certainly one you might want to check out. Definitely above average.

elvircorhodzic THE QUIET MAN is a film with which everyone can relax. If you are Irish, you might have some objections. I will always remember this movie for luxurious and magical view of the Irish countryside, a very strange romance and long and comical showdown. Despite some moments of the traditional story is bright and cheerful. Nice to see so much of life, colors of sound and noise in a rural idyll. Traditional customs are further spiced up the already intriguing romance. Intimacy is almost non-existent. All the villagers were sent to certain traditional and cultural moments.Looking from the side, these relations act comic, but actually magic. The climax is expected. I'd describe it as one unavoidable ritual into a large family. The atmosphere is positive, good scenery and visual effects have a certain sentimental value.John Wayne as Sean Thornton is a quiet man who turns into a "raging bull" to show love for his wife. I do not want his violent process a custom attribute. In love man often make a craze. This escapade is accidentally expected and justified. Thumbs up for Mr. Wayne. Maureen O'Hara as Mary Kate Danaher is like a flame of fire in her hair. Quickly catch fire, and even faster off. Simply, the love of the Irish way.

Python Hyena The Quiet Man (1952): Dir: John Ford / Cast: John Wayne, Maureen O'Hara, Victor McLaglen, Barry Fitzgerald, Ward Bond: John Wayne is presented as someone with a past where a boxing match concluded with a death. As a result he pulls away from violence and this poises an issue when he returns to Ireland to reclaim his family's farm. Maureen O'Hara plays a local woman whom Wayne falls for but her brother is an overbearing bully who is angry at him after being out bid in the land auction. He becomes a divider in the relationship to come. John Ford and John Wayne have collaborated through numerous films, including Stagecoach, but here Wayne has a seemingly different role as someone who regrets a violent past yet is unfairly taking hits from O'Hara and her brother. She marries Wayne but becomes obsessed with the money that is owed her by her brother. She constantly berates him until he finally takes charge in what becomes a very long haul. Great supporting roles particularly by Victor McLaglen as the brother who ends up being dealt with through a fist fight that derails the film from greatness. This fight turns the drama into a corny showcase that doesn't fit the mode of the first two acts. Ward Bond plays a Catholic Priest who also gets involved in the scheme at hand. In any event Ford delivers a message loud and clear of pride and standing up for oneself. Score: 8 / 10