Rating of
4/4
Better than the Original Film
mitchellyoung - wrote on 01/09/11
True Grit is a great example of pure filmmaking - a film that relies steadily on intricate characters, deep themes, and strong storytelling. All of the leads immerse themselves into the story, which contains equal parts wit and gravity. Hailee Steinfeld is especially noteworthy and captivating in her debut role. The Coen Brothers depart from their familiar madcap and quirky ways into more classic storytelling territory, while still leaving their mark of razor-sharp dialogue and fully-realized unique characters. Their True Grit is a more serious and heavy affair than the 1969 film and actually is better than that version.
