Pillars of the Sky

My title says it all. It's painful to watch. A terrible script leads an awful story. The acting is poor but l attribute that to a poor script and a complete lack of direction. The score is typical with the usual "Indian" music. After watching a movie like Dances With Wolves where they use actual natives as real people it's impossible to watch these old 50's movies.

A rather sombre film for veteran director George Marshall, set in Oregon in 1868. In a well-acted film, Ward Bond is particularly good in a sympathetic role as a preacher; and even Lee Marvin is permitted a touching scene as one of the troop.

Chandler 's voice range and his facial expressions were perfect for this movie as always. Ward Bond was great also as a minister and Doctor that tthe Indians respect. Army decided to build a fort making a battle that kills the doctor and many soldiers. The scouts are great especially Timothy. Each viewing will be enjoyed. Even soundtrack awesome. A few Individuals playing Indians are actually Indians.