While The Sons of Katie Elder is remembered fondly today, making the Western was an uphill battle for John Wayne.

Unlike most other Hollywood genres, the Western stands apart. It may not appeal to everyone, but it has shaped cinema for over a century, exploring themes of expanding civilization, rugged ...

John Wayne became one of Hollywood’s biggest stars by riding horses across dusty trails and standing up to outlaws in unforgettable Western films. From his breakthrough role in 1939 to his ...