description The Alamo Overview
The Alamo is a 1960 film depicting the 1836 Siege of the Alamo, directed by John Wayne and starring himself alongside Richard Widmark and Laurence Harvey. Featuring a large ensemble cast including Santa Anna and Sam Houston, the movie utilized 70mm Todd-AO cinematography and was produced by United Artists.
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info The Alamo Specifications
| Country | United States |
| Year | 1960 |
help The Alamo FAQ
Who directed The Alamo from 1960?
John Wayne directed The Alamo and also played Davy Crockett. The film dramatizes the 1836 siege and presents Crockett, James Bowie, and William Barret Travis as central defenders.
What historical event does The Alamo depict?
The movie depicts the Siege of the Alamo during the Texas Revolution in 1836. The fort's defenders faced the Mexican army commanded by General Antonio López de Santa Anna.
Who plays Jim Bowie in The Alamo?
Richard Widmark plays Jim Bowie, one of the major commanders among the defenders. Laurence Harvey plays William Barret Travis, giving the film a three-lead structure alongside Wayne's Crockett.
Was The Alamo filmed in 70mm?
Yes, the production used Todd-AO 70mm widescreen cinematography to emphasize its large battle scenes and landscapes. That format was part of the film's epic presentation in 1960.
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