The Quiet Man

Name: The Quiet Man
Genre: Drama, Comedy, Romance
Released: September 14, 1952
Duration: 129 min
Rating: 85
Cast: Arthur Shields, Barry Fitzgerald, Eileen Crowe, Francis Ford, John Wayne

1952

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Republic Pictures (I) | Release Date: September 14, 1952 | Passed

Starring: Arthur Shields, Barry Fitzgerald, Eileen Crowe, Francis Ford, John Wayne, Maureen O'Hara, May Craig, Mildred Natwick, Victor McLaglen, Ward Bond

Summary: A retired American boxer returns to the village of his birth in 1920s Ireland, where he falls for a spirited redhead whose brother is contemptuous of their union.

Director: John Ford

Genre(s): Drama, Comedy, Romance

Rating: Passed

Runtime: 129 min

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Ignatiy Vishnevetsky

Shot partly on location in Ireland and designed in the lushest greens ever squeezed out of Technicolor, The Quiet Man is a movie that isn’t about a whole lot, but yet seems to contain so much—from Wayne’s easygoing charisma to the notoriously protracted climactic fight to the febrile, film-noir-like flashback to Sean’s boxing days. Read full review

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Empire David Parkinson

Ideal Sunday afternoon fare. Read full review

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Almar Haflidason

Wayne and O'Hara create a fine rapport, with good performances that build to a truly satisfying climax. Read full review

A.H. Weiler

Let's face it. Mr. Ford is in love with Ireland, as is his cast, and they give us a fine, gay time while they're about it. Read full review

James Berardinelli

The Quiet Man showcases [Wayne] as the leading man in an old fashioned romantic drama. Cast against type, Wayne pulls it off with aplomb, largely because his tremendous screen presence allows him to get away with gaffes that would sink other actors. Read full review

Jordan Cronk

The Quiet Man remains one of the purest distillations of this charismatic filmmaker’s diverse artistic nature. Read full review

Staff (Not Credited)

Ford's flamboyantly Oirish romantic comedy hides a few tough ironies deep in its mistily nostalgic recreation of an exile's dream. Read full review

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ChungKingCop

May 11, 2022

It's not particularly profound, but holds up so well as an all-around family movie. Sean Thornton (John Wayne) travels back to Ireland, the land of his fathers, after being raised in the US, only to find himself in love with the redhead Mary Kate Danaher (Maureen O'Hara). Her brother,It's not particularly profound, but holds up so well as an all-around family movie. Sean Thornton (John Wayne) travels back to Ireland, the land of his fathers, after being raised in the US, only to find himself in love with the redhead Mary Kate Danaher (Maureen O'Hara). Her brother, however, doesn't take kindly to Thornton, and, as a result, drama ensues. I say "drama", but this movie is so upbeat with its Irish charm and humor, I would say it's a cozy watch if you want to get in a good mood. It is a prime example of the beauty of technicolor, and the wardrobe is on-point. It's not the greatest John Wayne movie, but, by God, it's the very definition of underrated. Even the musical score is fantastic. Good for adults and children alike. Children will find the third act especially fun. And if you're into boxing/MMA, you may very well appreciate it, too. A great film for couples, as well. The way marriage was handled back then is a fascinating subject matter.… Expand

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Experiment626

Apr 6, 2022

Another classic movie that I have just recently viewed for the first time. The story is enjoyable and not one would expect to see John Wayne star in. Good to see The Duke in a different setting. Maureen O'Hara had an amazing performance. Looking forward to seeing more of her movies inAnother classic movie that I have just recently viewed for the first time. The story is enjoyable and not one would expect to see John Wayne star in. Good to see The Duke in a different setting. Maureen O'Hara had an amazing performance. Looking forward to seeing more of her movies in the future. Interesting to see the portrayal of Ireland at the period of time. The story follows a man moving back to the nation of his birth. Hijinks ensue as he becomes acclimated to the people and customs of his homeland. Highly recommend watching this gem.… Expand

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