Bad Day at Black Rock (1955)

Bad Day at Black Rock (1955) was one of the earliest Hollywood motion pictures to feature Asian martial arts. The movie had three Oscar winners at the time ( Dean Jagger with one, Spencer Tracy with two, and Walter Brennan with three ) Two other actors ( Ernest Borgnine and Lee Marvin ) would go on to win Oscars later. Ernest Borgnine actually won one for Marty that same year.

[@thesheepman220]

Four brilliant actors and brilliant script, Robert Ryan, lee Marvin, Ernst Borgnine and the one and only Spencer Tracy pure class

[@josephvitielo1693]

Brennan and Jaggar also

[@ludogayko2512]

John ericson, don't forget Anne Francis, Walter sande fantastic score by Andre Previn

[@millardhale85]

Don’t make movies like this anymore!

[@Mike20216]

We will never see their like again, but they all left us with so many great films so they will never be forgotten

[@judiesmith167]

It would be nice to see the whole movie instead of views.

[@mduncan28]

one of the best movies of all time and great acting. “you’re not only wrong, you’re wrong at the top of your voice.” a classic.

[@jubalcalif9100]

It's no "Billy the Kid vs Dracula" (1966) but this is indeed one fine film !!

[@KutWrite]

The writing is tight and impeccable.

[@waukivorycopse2402]

Great line, Sturges is my favourite director in 40 years of watching film. I wouldn't advise using that line in real life though. Used it on a bully at my workplace, he was embarrassed ,went and told the boss. 2 weeks later I was gone! I found out the hard way life isn't a movie.

[@KutWrite]

@@waukivorycopse2402 I always figure if it's that easy to get fired, I'd have been gone one way or another before long.

[@waukivorycopse2402]

@@KutWrite haha, dead right! It's quite easy to get the sack when the boss is looking after his "boys".

[@bigdogbob845]

My late father was in the service with Ernie Borgnine during the War, he said he remembered him as an imposing fella with a Heart of Gold.

[@trwent]

Yeah, wasn't McHale in the navy?

[@davidwesley2525]

@@trwent I got my Favorite episodes of McHale's Navy on my smartphone playlist. 🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩💖💖💖💖💖💖💖

[@flyboy10102]

in real life, away from the roles he played in some of the movies that he was in, he was known for being a very nice man, nothing like those "bad guy" roles that he often played.

[@davidwesley2525]

@@flyboy10102 Favorite Ernest Borgnine Roles Lt. Commander McHale McHale's Navy & helicopter pilot Dominique Santini. AIRWOLF. 🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩💖💖💖💖💖💖💖

[@rodolforudygarcia3513]

Awesome actor Mr Borgnine. RiP 🙏

[@robertcooper3491]

In this film ..we’re privileged to watch some of the greatest American actors of all time

[@johnnymidnight4402]

Amen 🇺🇸👍

[@Gerald-do9yg]

You said it friend! Good to see Ann Francis too!

[@USNVA11]

Ernst Borgnine could play a nasty bad guy awesomely, however he was known to be really nice person in real life. He did a series of on the road videos in his RV traveling around not long before he passed away. It was amazing how well known and appreciated he still was even late in life. Rest In Peace sir and thanks for the great films and TV shows !

[@gordonhall9871]

everyone that met him in real life loved him --- the real deal

[@glennwatson3313]

I remember those shows

[@davidshanahan5134]

Ernie used to come to Australia and he’d just go into a bar or pub on his own and sit & talk to regular folks. A great guy apparently.

[@stanfullerton8485]

McCale!!

[@veramae4098]

If I remember right (I'm 71) he had 2 top rated shows on TV at the same time, and a few years after they ended, he had a 3rd. He continued working, accepting small parts, for the rest of his life. He just liked it.

[@anthonymead4359]

Now there's real acting - keep going back to this scene. Borgnine and Tracey, a match made in heaven.

[@covercalls88]

Top end cast with many Oscar winners like Spencer Tracy, Lee marvin, Ernest Borginine, Walter Brennan, and Dean Jagger.

[@alanniederlitz8630]

YUP, TWO LEGIT TOUGH GUYS! BAD ASS!!!

[@mikes5637]

"You're not only wrong, you're wrong at the top of your voice." I'm using that at the first available opportunity.

[@section5760]

Iv been saying that to the wife for many many years. 👍🏼🇬🇧🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿👍🏼😂

[@akapple3538]

You do that. Myself, I’m using 4:45 at the first available opportunity.

[@alangould1465]

Bit like Joe Biden when the drugs have kicked in🤪

[@PatrolOfficer161]

The supreme irony of this movie is that while filming it, Borgnine was offered the role of "Marty". Not confident about taking a lead role he asked Tracy for advice. Tracy assured him he was ready and that he should do it. At the next Oscars telecast, Tracy found hmeself opposite the dark horse candidate Borgnine for that very movie in the catagory of "Lead Actor in a Motion Picture" and Borgnine took the trophey home.

[@marcoathayde42]

Fantastic!

[@petersrightbut8297]

Great stuff, thanks.

[@Spartan_777]

I guess Tracy was right.

[@darbyheavey406]

It’s a movie more people today should watch.

[@Makeyourselfbig]

Marty was the exact opposite of this character. Marty wouldn't hurt a fly. Just wanted to meet a nice girl, marry and settle down. Shows what a great actor Borgnine was in that he was completely believable as Marty.

[@MartinSage]

Borgnine was the exact opposite in real life. Totally sweet man.

[@jockob1671]

A U.S. Navy veteran too.

[@thepleblian2079]

That’s true, I met him on location while my ship was in dry dock at San-Pedro California

[@donsurlylyte]

glad you said that, cause he played the asshole as if he was a natural.

[@oldsage1832]

I have heard that about him, a really nice guy. Interestingly he played a similar bully role as the brig Sgt in "From Here to Eternity"

[@kurman4749]

No one in Hollywood could match Ernie for simply oozing such a menacing persona.

[@ibleebinU]

What an incredible cast. Tracy, Borgnine, Ryan, Marvin, Jagger, Francis, Brennan. Veterans and rising stars.

[@ulissesrocha3365]

Mick Jagger?

[@gallopingalumphus5390]

Ulisses Rocha DEAN Jagger, numb-numb.

[@ulissesrocha3365]

@@gallopingalumphus5390 it was a joke.

[@gallopingalumphus5390]

@@ulissesrocha3365 No prob, numb-numb. Have an LOL! on the house.

[@readynow12345]

Mick Jagger played in this movie.

[@ceo904]

There's nothing better than an "old classic" with several great actors and a great script.

[@andrew-hd8do]

I watched this movie many times with my dad. Great story and great acting.. RIP dad🙏

[@mercian7]

Your late Father sounds like mine..a man who loved great films

[@dankwartdenkhardt5714]

So your father seemed to have a good taste in terms of films.

[@mercian7]

@@dankwartdenkhardt5714 A British Champion, amongst many things

[@stigtuneback1966]

sorry for your loss friend , feel with you in that even tho we dont know eachother

[@nicholasdickens2801]

God bless you and your Dad.

[@maschiavon]

This scene has been etched in my memory ever since I saw the film more than 40 years ago. It still retains its energy. Thanks for sharing.

[@mercian7]

Energised by the great Ernest Borgnine and Robert Ryan

[@williamweb9782]

I saw this scene as a 10 year old and it left me open mouthed. A seed was planted which has given me a lifelong interest in martial arts. God bless both these great actors. It has to be one of the greatest films ever made. I also loved Lee Marvin's performance in this. His body shapes made him appear reptilian as he slithered in and out of scenes!

[@davidgardner8172]

The first Hollywood movie featuring martial arts. Ernest choreographed the whole scene after learning judo while he was in the navy. What a great scene.

[@melvincunningham5660]

James Cagney starred in the film "Blood On The Sun" that used judo moves.The film came out in 1945.

[@whatsup4004]

@@melvincunningham5660 And don't forget "Across the Pacific" (1942) and "Tokyo Joe" (1949).

[@josephvitielo1693]

Peter Lorre Mr moto

[@geoffschneider5760]

Beautiful story.

[@JMBluecoat8289]

Very slow, though. In the time it took to do that karate chop a competent boxer could have delivered half-a-dozen punches, including a couple of hooks and an upper cut… Still, I enjoyed the film overall.

[@m.susandenton1077]

The incredible part of this scene is the reaction of the men witnessing all of this. This movie is a Classic. 😃

[@kuvaszvizsla9521]

That is true. It is an interesting part of the scene. Also to observe, in the periphery, the subtle reactions of Sam (Walter Sande) the diner’s owner/operator.

[@joeomalley2835]

This is such a memorable, fabulous, and iconic moment from the film. Always good when a bully gets a bit of his own medicine and just desserts. I love how Spencer Tracy's character carefully and calmly leaves a tip before kicking some ass. Spencer Tracy is amazing in this scene as well as Ernest Borgnine. I wonder how many takes this scene had. My appreciation for this film grows with each watching. Thanks for posting!

[@MrManfly]

Ooooooo….I love the old cheesy martial arts movies from back then, so much hoakie fun!! 🎥🍿😂

[@almcluckie2625]

@@MrManfly The old cheesy martial arts movies from 1955 with oscar winning actors in them ?

[@normankelley]

Definitely one of the finest minimalist fight scenes in cinematic history.

[@billslocum9819]

That's not the tip, it's the whole bill in 1955 prices. He knows if he left without paying, the town would use it to arrest him.

[@MrManfly]

@@almcluckie2625 still cheesy 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@kmac5849]

This film came round every couple of years usually on a Sunday afternoon, the subject of racism in a remote small town, still hits hard all these years later. Masterpiece

[@WintersWar]

That's part of it, but the greater theme that I take from it is simply good versus evil, or vs indifference. Also there's no sympathy for mcready's service or disability from the thugs, cold blooded group.

[@theshivers1967]

In a world of "action" films, this one sequence has more real action packed into five minutes than most films can two ihours.

[@anthonyscott4270]

If you look at Lee Marvin's face when Spencer first hits Ernest you would swear He was unaware of how that scene was going to be played out. All great actors in one film with an equally great storyline.

[@kenmunro8317]

... Good call there and perhaps taking notes ; )

[@anthonyscott4270]

@@kenmunro8317 I did read that some directors like to keep other actors out of the know so they will get a perfect reaction from other cast members. I did read the Joe Pesci and Ray Liotta scene, "Do I amuse you in Goodfellows" some of the actors in that scene were unaware of what was about to happen. Good luck Ken!.

[@amain325]

@@anthonyscott4270 I read that in the movie Aliens, the actors were not told about the alien hatchling that would burst out of the victim's chest, so their reactions of shock and horror were genuine.

[@anthonyscott4270]

@@amain325 Yes I read that too. Actors genuine reactions add to the scene. I once heard actors on the telly talking about when they forget their lines that they make up suitable lines of their own. If it works, why not?

[@grahambamford9073]

I remember my dad putting on this movie 25 years ago, and being young at the time thinking it was lame.... but I was engrossed in it in about 5 minutes, great movie everyone should watch it. Still carrys a powerful message.

[@geraldwilson681]

Lesson to be learned from this scene: do not underestimate anyone ever just by their appearance!!

[@Makeyourselfbig]

You mean "don't judge a book by its cover"?

[@LesterMoore]

So true. It just might be Buster Scruggs!

[@mH8675309]

Always

[@John-ob7dh]

Very simular to the Kirk Douglas modrrn cowboy film where he takes on a one arm guy in a bar.

[@alangould1465]

True🤔 With glasses on,AOC nearly looks smart🙄

[@geoffjoffy]

This made a big impact on me when I was a kid. A big bully getting what had been coming to him for years. Excellent scene. You wouldn't even think they were acting. Thanks for uploading.

[@Clipgatherer]

+Geoff Joffy. The bully left somewhat abruptly and took the door frame with him. 😊

[@freedom456able]

Bad Day at Black Rock (1955) there is no better! Classic & Iconic moments in this film. Spencer Tracy with a all star cast of Characters. I have this on DVD, watch once or twice a year. They just don't make films like this anymore, its called acting without special effects.

[@jeffreyrobinson3555]

Yes indeed. Spencer Tracy was one of the few actors that could really act. And I think this is one of his best, maybe his absolute best

[@maxgc6413]

@King Henry, the film was beautifully restored on Blu ray. I’d highly suggest upgrading!

[@muffs55mercury61]

Same here, love to watch it. They also don't write dialogue like that anymore.

[@Matteo-ks6fn]

Wonderful scene. Wonderful movie. And wonderful fight scene without CGIs or cables. And looks Ernest Borgnine made that flip without a stunt double.

[@davebuts1921]

It was a stunt double mate, the person that did the flip had thinning hair, Ernest at that time did not. Its a good likeness but look real careful and it's not him. Still a great film.

[@Matteo-ks6fn]

@@davebuts1921 i'll look better

[@davebuts1921]

@@Matteo-ks6fn LOL there are two different people nice try, but your not Ernist buddy.

[@KingOfHockeyNow]

It’s not only not Ernest, it’s not Spencer either. Still a great scene.

[@Matteo-ks6fn]

@@KingOfHockeyNow Have i grown *that* old..?

[@Mr.Cockney]

I saw this film when I was very young. The fight impressed me. Now that I know karate, I realise that the very first blow, a shuto uke to murasame (right carotide) is definitely a knock out. Simple and effective. Addition: Borgnine, as a former boxer, played the beaten one in a very realistic way. Fabulous all of them!

[@jeffs7915]

From his breathing sounded like he hit his wind pipe. (Trachea).

[@davidpeters253]

@@jeffs7915 kki

[@Mr.Cockney]

@@jeffs7915 Yes, you are right. The hitting area of Shuto is narrow but long enough to involve not only the artery but also the vagus nerve and the trachea as well! Those produce different hard effects at the same time.

[@xhagast]

I just love REAL professionals. Watch his death scene in The Vikings..

[@wizrom3046]

And if karate chops ACTUALLY worked then MMA fights would all be over in a few seconds after a Maxwell Smart style "chop to tbe neck" 🙄

[@guygi2011]

Spencer Tracy and Ernest Bornine were the cream of the crop, and were just so enjoyable to watch, in every role that they took on!

[@michaelsedayao8328]

brilliant! what a great find of this clip. props to Spencer Tracy and seeing Ernest Borgnine pre-McHale's Navy.

[@eugenebell3166]

Still one of my favourite films, remarkable considering its age, but it's simply brilliant

[@rickhinojosa5455]

A roomful of some of the best character actors ever.

[@MariusRiley]

💯

[@tomhefner6344]

I live in Lone Pine, for 5 years now, where this film was shot. 😎

[@knife-wieldingspidergod5059]

Do you know the shooting locations?

[@LesterMoore]

You're right. It was filmed in Lone Pine. I've read the entire town exteriors were built for the film with the interiors on stage sets. The film company was granted permission only if they would dismantle and cart off everything so that the area would remain pristine The company agreed and followed through with the agreement. The train never ever stopped there, save for the film scenes. Sadly nothing remains to show where the film location was. Like the great radio shows, the small town only exists in our collective minds.

[@BadApe351]

Those were the days. Not a skerrick of CGI but a riveting movie none the less. Tracy, Borgnine, Ryan and, yes, a young Lee Marvin sitting there under the cowboy hat! Couldn't ask for more.

[@TheSaltydog07]

Ernest Borgnine bullies Spencer Tracey in this film and Frank Sinatra in "From Here to Eternity. He's a goon and a ruffian, but in "Marty," he's a sweet, gentle soul, and we love him.

[@DavidBroadley-tw7ks]

Yeah but Montgomery Clift plunged him with a knife in from here to eternity

[@Johnny53kgb-nsa]

Incredible cast. Ernest Borgnine was a very talented under rated actor, and a true gentleman.

[@johnharrington1800]

He sure was. This is the same guy who won the Oscar for bighearted Marty

[@thoughtsurferzone5012]

And gave a truly creepy Satan performance.

[@brownyes6211]

Ernest Borgnine and Spencer Tracy played that part very well.

[@paulfromdevon4707]

Love this film. Got the script last year and there's not an ounce of fat anywhere - taught, spare, claustrophobic and beautifully paced. Would love to get to yhe location someday. Tracey's performance is masterful

[@stephenpowell5912]

One hell of a Movie ,Ernest Borgnine ,Robert Ryan and Lee Marvin would reunite in The Dirty Dozen in 1967 as Major Reisman ,Colonel Breed and Borgnine as a General ,Great performances from all 3 ,Love all 3 here in this Hollywood Gold movie here ,Well done to the Greatest Generation of actors who starred in this along with Spencer Tracy,They sure do not make them like this anymore ❤️❤️❤️🎥

[@johnbird8060]

The way Tracey glances right as he waits for the guy to get up.

[@jackallen3732]

This an inspiration for the following: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eGi8dZaChZd3m7s

[@johnbird8060]

now you've got me intrigued, it says video unavailable, what was it? And of course I meant Tracey's left, not our right.

[@KutWrite]

@@johnbird8060 It came up for me. A scene from "Kung-Fu" where Caine fights a bully played by Roy Jensen. It was Tracy's right, our left!

[@tonylarge5298]

My hero walked out of the diner full of cowards with his lungs intact!

[@united4631]

This is truly a classic film , and that cast !

[@mytunes413]

One of my absolutely favorite movies. I always watch it. Beautifully done. Great cast. One movie I always recommend.

[@Whitegorillaboy]

One of the finest film scenes in cinematic history.

[@jimmygarlon750]

What a cast, who ever done the casting on this movie hit the nail on the head. Great movie.

[@larry1824]

A great film. Simple and direct. Dream cast

[@mikewilensky1322]

Spencer Tracy is considered one of the greatest actors who ever lived!

[@williambarrett70]

Saw this movie when I was a kid. 71 now.

[@Crunkboy415]

Three of the four actors in this scene, Ernest Borgnine, Lee Marvin, and Robert Ryan, were together again in the Dirty Dozen.

[@touco9077]

Burt Reynolds, when he was very young and just in the early stages of his career once asked Spencer Tracy if there was anything that he wasn't good at, Tracy answered him back and said yes there is. LIFE!

[@williampetersen9915]

Borgnine's character claimed to be half horse; after seeing how he acted, the way Tracy's character defended himself and how his character kept coming back for more, it became obvious which half of the horse he was.

[@CaneFu]

Well, a chop across the throat like that would certainly be effective. Having dabbled in the martial arts a little bit myself I once watched my South Korean instructor, a little short guy, break a whole row of concrete blocks using chops just like those Tracy used in this scene. Never underestimate anyone you meet in a bar because you have no idea what they might know.

[@DixiePokerAce]

One of my all time favorite movies, a true classic.

[@michaelbglovier1116]

Watched this movie about six months ago and enjoyed every minute. Nice seeing good actors in the same movie.

[@alexeton]

The best fight scene I have ever seen in a movie,and this film is fantastic.

[@donarthiazi2443]

Seriously??? 😳😂😂

[@nealsidor1323]

One of the all time classics. As current as ever in these divided times...

[@ashcarrier6606]

I love how Lee Marvin is appalled by what he is witnessing.

[@davidleary5639]

What a cast.What a story.What a movie.

[@racefan601]

I had passed on this movie several times and finally watched it one evening. It's a really good movie

[@robertleslie2467]

Spencer Tracey, Ernest Borgnine, and Lee Marvin were all military veterans. All badasses and true tough guys. Lee Marvin was the most badass of them all! Todays actors play tough guys but never were. Way back when in movies, tough guys were played by real tough guys. Anyone remember Audie Murphy?

[@martinhanley9524]

Movies today in general ( 95%) like our politicians SUCK. The acting , the story , the cinematographers were artists . The country was better than too .

[@lawrencelewis2592]

Lee Marvin was wounded in the Pacific and is buried at Arlington. "Only Marines get shot in the ass," he said in an interview.

[@mr.zondide2746]

Any REAL man knows Audie Murphy. Toughest SOB who ever lived, confirmed yo have killed 250 Germans. And I will fight any man who says he wasn’t a damned fine actor.

[@martinhanley9524]

@@lawrencelewis2592 Compare him to the woke untalented crap artists today - Hollywood today don't even follow

[@streetgato9697]

@@martinhanley9524 The liberal woke actors from classic Hollywood days like Paul Newman, Kirk Douglas, Sterling Hayden etc all served in combat during WW2. Meanwhile the darling of the Conservative Right John Wayne was a draftdodging chickensh!t dandy

[@alexdavies7394]

One of the greatest American 50s films! Spencer Tracy made film acting an art form.

[@keithsymons5708]

Spencer Tracy the epitome of cool

[@MJ-we9vu]

During rehearsals the door just flew open when Borgnine crashed into it. For the scene Sturges secured it with a hook and eyelet so Borgnine ripped it off the hinges, much to his surprise.

[@brianmccarthy5557]

He got hurt doing the stunt. Sturges could be a cruel drunk. Borgnine could be a real tough guy. He kept on working without bitching.

[@Kelveron]

Great scene, thank you. Just as a side note, 'Mr Moto' films from the late 1930s, starring Peter Lorre, featured Asian martial arts too.

[@jessewolf7649]

One of the most satisfying scenes in film history.

[@kuvaszvizsla9521]

Yes.

[@user-jy8mo5fi5q]

I have this film on DVD and it's full of Hollyqood stars from the 1950's. An excellent film to watch

[@gino423]

One hell of a movie...Great cast

[@bobbygarrison3122]

Bad day at Black Rock, damn good movie, lot of stars in this.

[@ronfeast932]

Quality movie with quality actors will live on in cinematic history.

[@anthonymead4359]

You watch it, you watch it again, and then even a little bit more - suddenly your in it!

[@OMEGATECH]

The last time saw this movie I looked it up and sure enough, The 442nd Infantry Regiment was an infantry regiment of the United States Army. The regiment is best known as the most decorated in U.S. military history and as a fighting unit composed almost entirely of second-generation American soldiers of Japanese ancestry who fought in World War II.

[@lawrencelewis2592]

Senator Daniel Inouye was in the 442nd. The 442nd got a shout-out in the old Mchale's Navy show when it was set in Italy.

[@rpm12091]

@@lawrencelewis2592 Watch “Go For Broke” a pretty good movie.

[@lawrencelewis2592]

@@rpm12091 Thanks, I'll check it out.

[@streetgato9697]

@@lawrencelewis2592 that was a good one, the first episode of the final season set in Italy

[@coffee1940.]

​@@lawrencelewis2592he is from Hawaii...airport named after him...

[@richardwilliams473]

Love the incredulous look of a wide open mouth on Lee Marvin s face

[@johngulino2651]

Spencer Tracy with that hat cocked at just the right angle. Hat doesn’t fall off or anything. Perfect.

[@bradevans5566]

One thing that dates this movie is the lack of background music. I think the tension of a quiet room is more palpable when music does not interfere with the acting - especially when the acting is this good.

[@art.demirjian9721]

He is an Old Man but he is well trained to face the adversary. Not easy to confront him with bare hand...!

[@Chris66able]

You mean with the few months very, very, basic, simplified moves they are taught !

[@kurman4749]

This was unquestionably one of the greatest movies of the 1950s and just missed out for an Academy Award. Tracy, as usual ,was simply outstanding. The supporting cast were also exceptional. They just don't have the actors today to compete with this stellar cast.

[@davidhoward4715]

We do have good actors today. You're just old and cantankerous.

[@mga2899]

Borgnine learned to never mess with Spencer Tracy or Ethyl Merman.

[@tbec3011]

Lmbo

[@mesaeddie]

Two of my favorites pf all time fighting it out. I saw Ernest talking about this scene. He said the screen door was supposed to be unlocked but wasn't and it made for a better scene. Such a great film.

[@mikecrean8849]

Great movie and a terrific scene. What a cast too. 👏👏👏👏🙋‍♂️🇬🇧

[@stevep5408]

I cant tell you how many years in a row this was on tv at the holidays.

[@pfflyer3381]

To me, these two may have been the greatest actors ever! Captain courageous and this guy ! Marty and that guy !

[@rubenoteiza9261]

I was a teenager at secondary school when i learned that one-armed guys are the fiercest fighters. There was one guy who had one arm paralyzed so sometimes the other idiots would try to pick on him but he always kicked butt and for that he only needed the good arm. Over compensation I would call it.

[@welcometoorefuge]

This was one the the numerous films that was shown in my College Class of The history of Western Films. I liked it so much , I took it 3 times ! The filming location was just outside of Lone Pine Ca., and was also used in Nevada Smith , Talion , and Audie Murphy's "Hell bent for leather" .

[@michaelfebbert737]

I didn't know that about the locations Very interesting

[@margeshilling7983]

I've seen this film many times and never tire of it. What a great cast.

[@art.demirjian9721]

I like the way he stood frozen after every punch and waiting for him to gain his strength for the next move.

[@johnestes705]

Here we go again , well played, small town America at Its best. A great picture.the movie paints a very vivid picture.

[@lewis9702]

Most American small towns are very friendly, and hospitable as opposed to crime ridden big cities.

[@DrCrabfingers]

Classic cinema.....in reality these actors lived unique and remarkable lives...it's no wonder they are so convincing to watch here. I believe I am right in saying Ernest Borgnine was certainly no bully in real life and was immensely likable. I remember this film so well. The inner strength and resolve of the lead character has stayed with me.

[@kuvaszvizsla9521]

Well said.

[@paulhicks6667]

My wife met him many years ago and confirms that he was indeed a charming and humble gentleman. :-)

[@xhagast]

Borgnine sure doesn't LOOK big, not in other movies.

[@dougfredricks2017]

Was teen in 70s and remember seeing this 🎥 as youth. 👍

[@LATVERIAN1]

Beyond doubt: the best scene of the whole movie.

[@allanpickering6939]

Great American film great actors this was when they made the best films .

[@weejim48]

This is a CLASSIC MOVIE with an AMAZING cast. Not like the crap they make today with all the CGI and other effects. 👍

[@xhagast]

The script and the acting carry it off.

[@charliemctruth]

Lee Marvin's expression was fabulous.

[@maxpaape5412]

I loved Ernest borgnine's travel documentary show in his RV he was like a favorite uncle a super nice guy

[@paulmackiewicz9836]

Probably the first Hollywood movie to have Asian martial arts was "Blood on The Sun" with Jimmy Cagney in 1945, Cagney even put his Judo instructor in the movie and they had a great fight scene featuring boxing and judo

[@Wailwulf]

Gung-Ho! (1943) very briefly mentions and shows Judo during the Army training montage.

[@josephvitielo1693]

Mr Moto had martial arts

[@warwolf359]

Spencer Tracy was awesome so was Ernest Borgnine.

[@PhilWatson]

Brilliant casting and acting from all.

[@princejohn6560]

Brilliant movie with some of the best acting of the day. Both Marvin and Borgnine were especially menacing as the bad guys and, along with Robert Ryan, would team up again 12 years later to make one of my favourite movies of all time 'The Dirty Dozen'

[@noahbawdy3395]

I love this scene.

[@Firebrand55]

Never take on a man with one arm.....the journey he's had since losing it has made him stronger.

[@andrewlimoli5053]

Remember reading Borgnine telling the story that the prop guy forgot to loosen the screws on the door that he went flying thru...it was actually bolted in the frame...he really felt it when he went thru it...a great movie...

[@kennstont.k5364]

Saw this as a kid ,at the drive in,great acting ,pacing , direction...

[@vestibulate]

It's said that John Wayne was offered the part of John J. Macreedy. Recognizing its liberal overtones, he rejected the role- fortunately for the film's viewers. Tracy gives one of his finest performances in this polemic against racism and conformity.

[@starwarsroo2448]

Extremely good performance by Tracy ( they all are) he really under plays it though

[@iananderson3799]

Too pinko was JW's comment.

[@streetgato9697]

Not surprising for a draftdodger hero-wannabe like John Wayne

[@streetgato9697]

@@iananderson3799 Not surprising for a draftdodger hero-wannabe like John Wayne

[@vestibulate]

@@streetgato9697 His reputation took him to the point where he had to form his own company just to get roles. Very few people wanted to work with him. His limited acting ability coupled with his prominent place in the blacklisting racket meant he wasn't welcome in new productions.

[@mauriciocotapos313]

Spencer tracy y ernest Borninge. Grandísimos actores 👏👏👏👏👏