True Grit (Coen Brothers, 2010)

True Grit is a captivating tale that blends flawed humanity with pure tenacity and thrives on portraying the wills that define men. Jeff Bridges gradually becomes likable, despite his character's flaws, and Matt Damon melts into his role as a Texas ranger. Perhaps the most tenacious and concentrated role belongs to Hailee Steinfeld, who does well with wordy dialogue, vulnerability and courage while maintaining a good heart as the most innocent character. Humor tags along like one of the many horses seen in this film and the landscape is colorful and breezy, authenticating the journey of these people as does adequate costume design. On the whole, it is a satisfying western that feels refreshingly rich in this day of age with a pleasant and uplifting musical score. Go back to the Wild West and enjoy creative dialogue, practical beliefs, awesome (as always in westerns) shootouts, strange but functional exchange between outlaws and marshals, solemn characters of good heart despite their errors, fulfilling resolution, and a sweet mixture of themes in this hit by the Coen Brothers.