Question 1

Why is Tombstone, Arizona placed in Monument Valley in the film?

Accepted Answer

Director John Ford placed Tombstone in Monument Valley because that's where he liked to film his Westerns, despite the real Tombstone not being located there.

Question 2

What was the tense exchange between Walter Brennan and John Ford during filming?

Accepted Answer

When Brennan had trouble mounting a horse, Ford yelled, "Can't you even mount a horse?" Brennan retorted, "No, but I got three Oscars for acting!" Brennan disliked Ford so much he never worked with him again.

Question 3

How did John Ford create the chaotic dust storm riding scene?

Accepted Answer

Ford used a powerful wind machine and told actors Walter Brennan, John Ireland, and Grant Withers to fire guns close to horses' ears to make them ride wild during the dust storm scene.

Question 4

What festivals has My Darling Clementine been featured at?

Accepted Answer

The film has been featured at Venice Film Festival (2013), Telluride Film Festival (2024), Locarno International Film Festival (1947, 1963, 1972), BFI London Film Festival (2014), and Toronto International Film Festival (2014).

Question 5

What was John Ford's response when questioned about changing historical details?

Accepted Answer

When a film scholar asked why he changed historical details despite Wyatt Earp telling him the real story, Ford asked if he liked the film. After the scholar said it was a favorite, Ford snapped, "What more do you want?"

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