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description Hondo Overview

Hondo is a 1953 Warnercolor 3D Western directed by John Farrow and starring John Wayne. Based on Louis L’Amour's short story “The Gift of Cochise,” the film depicts a conflict between settlers and Native Americans in Arizona. Ward Bond, James Arness, and Leo Gordon appear in supporting roles alongside Geraldine Page.

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info Hondo Specifications

Country	United States
Year	1953

help Hondo FAQ

Is Hondo based on a Louis L'Amour story?

Yes, Hondo grew from Louis L'Amour's short story The Gift of Cochise, with a screenplay by James Edward Grant. L'Amour also produced a novelization tied to the film's story.

Was Hondo originally shown in 3D?

Yes, the 1953 Western was photographed for stereoscopic 3D presentation and released in WarnerColor. Many later television and home-viewing editions have been shown in conventional 2D.

Who plays Angie Lowe and Vittorio in Hondo?

Geraldine Page plays Angie Lowe, the isolated settler aided by John Wayne's Hondo Lane. Michael Pate plays the Apache leader Vittorio.

Did Geraldine Page receive an Oscar nomination for Hondo?

Yes, Page was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress. Hondo was one of her earliest major film roles after establishing herself onstage.

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