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the grestest entrance in filmdom

posted 7 years ago by ajazshah
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I know when it comes to a character introduction, everyone says Omar Sharif in Lawrence of Arabia. But for my money, Henry Fonda's intro in this film. The photography, direction, setting and that wonderful music by Morricone. The planets aligning for the perfect set piece. Majestic and unforgettable. .

[–] MrBullo 7 years ago

Bronson's "2 horses too many" scene preceding Fonda's is IMO a classic!

[–] mmq1 7 years ago

Yep, classic line.

The boot with the gun scene is also something you never forget.

[–] bobbydallas (8059) 7 years ago

Yes! great and memorably scene.. quickly establishing Frank's cold-blooded character.

[–] DracTarashV2 (4475) 7 years ago

It's a masterfully done scene, no question about it. However, Harmonica's introduction is mighty epic, easily my favorite in the film.

[–] LTUM (975) 5 years ago

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[–] Rocky15 (489) 4 years ago

Jason Robard’s entrance in the saloon is pretty great too, all theee characters had brilliant introductions.