Episode 88 - Rio Grande (Ramrod, Wreckage, and Ruin)

   MIDDLE AGE MOVIE REVIEWSEpisode 88 - Rio Grande(Ramrod, Wreckage, and Ruin)Directed by John FordIn this episode of the Middle Age Movie News Podcast, Tim, Matt, Rick and Joey dive into a lively discussion about the classic John Ford film "Rio Grande," featuring John Wayne. The conversation kicks off with a humorous introduction by Middle Age Tim, who sets the tone for the episode by jokingly threatening his co-hosts with hard work.As they explore the film, each host shares their personal experiences with Westerns and John Wayne, revealing that many of them are watching "Rio Grande" for the first time. The discussion highlights the film's themes of honor, manhood, and the complexities of father-son relationships, particularly through the lens of Colonel Kirby York and his estranged son, Trooper Jefferson York.The guys also delve into the film's musical elements, noting the presence of the Sons of the Pioneers and how their performances contribute to the film's atmosphere. They analyze key scenes, including the tension between Colonel York and his estranged wife, Kathleen, and the significance of the soldiers' fight as a matter of honor.Throughout the episode, the Tim, Matt, and Rick maintain a light-hearted banter, making the analysis both entertaining and insightful, while also reflecting on the cultural context of the film and its relevance today. The conversation also touches on the film's historical context, the representation of Native Americans, and the nostalgic elements of classic filmmaking, including musical numbers and action sequences. Find out this and more on Episode 88 of Middle Age Movie Reviews Podcast Paste HereDon’t forget to like and Subscribe wherever you listen to this showEmail your thoughts and comments to [email protected] Song Eddies Twister provided by Open Music Archive.Org which is an open source public domain music. The Open Music Archive concerns itself with the public domain and creative works which are not owned by any one individual and are held in common by society as a whole.Middle Age Movie Reviews is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0 Death Clock - Death Clock 2,800 hours of moviesIs it worth taking the time to tick off your Death Clock?  1 hour and 45 minsTim: YES Tim's Remaining Death Clock(2,705 hours and 54 Min)    Matt: YES       Matt's Remaining Death Clock(2,680 hours and 56 Min) Joey: NO      Joey’s Remaining Death Clock        (2,711 hours and 39 Min) Rick: YES          Rick's Remaining Death Clock        (2,754 hours and 36 Min)