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True Grit (1969) is an American Western directed by Henry Hathaway, based on Charles Portis's 1968 novel, starring John Wayne as Marshal Rooster Cogburn, a role for which Wayne won his only Academy Award for Best Actor.
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What is the plot of True Grit from 1969?
Mattie Ross hires U.S. Marshal Rooster Cogburn to pursue Tom Chaney after Chaney kills her father. Texas Ranger La Boeuf joins the pursuit in the American West.
Who directed the 1969 version of True Grit?
Henry Hathaway directed the 1969 film. John Wayne plays Marshal Rooster Cogburn, with Kim Darby as Mattie Ross.
Why is John Wayne's performance in True Grit historically important?
Wayne won the Academy Award for Best Actor for playing Rooster Cogburn. It was his only Oscar win.
How does True Grit from 1969 relate to the 2010 film?
Both films adapt Charles Portis's 1968 novel True Grit. The 1969 version stars John Wayne and was directed by Henry Hathaway, while the 2010 adaptation was made by the Coen brothers and stars Jeff Bridges.
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