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Sadly Over-hyped

Good movie but grossly overrated

The film may be flawed, but its message is not.

Strong acting helps the film overcome an uncertain premise and create characters that hold our attention absolutely.

JEREMIAH JOHNSON is a leisurely-paced and enthralling true-life 'mountain man' story directed by the reliable Sydney Pollack and starring the excellent Robert Redford as a man who decides to get away from the humdrum existence of society life and literally retire to a cabin in the mountains. The film chronicles his encounters with various oddball characters and local Indian tribes, with the latter half of the production moving into action-adventure territory.What I liked about this film is the naturalistic feel. There's not a wealth of dialogue here and most of the shots emphasise man's stature dwarfed by the extent and brutality of the natural world about him. I always enjoy 'back to nature' films such as this and JEREMIAH JOHNSON doesn't disappoint, whether it's chronicling Redford fighting against the elements or a wolf pack or enjoying quieter, more contemplative moments.The supporting cast is well drawn and the over the top performances work well. When the film moves into revenge territory in the latter part it becomes madly exciting and thoroughly thrilling. I also liked the dark and brutal edge despite the family friendly rating; it gives the film that unmistakable '70s gritty vibe. JEREMIAH JOHNSON truly is THE REVENANT of its day.

After not having watched any of the classic westerns in a long time somebody told me I should watch Jeremiah Johnson...I'm so happy I listened! This movie is beautiful, just so beautiful that alone is enough to give it a try, the story is amazing as well! On top of that it has aged very well, if they made the same movie today it would probably look the same (or worse).Have look and judge for yourself, you will not be disappointed!A classic among classics.Recommended!

This movie about a mountain man wouldn't be so bad if the viewer didn't have to stare at Bob Redford's expressionless mug plastered on the screen almost 100% of the time.Johnson goes up into the hills because he just doesn't like people and towns and life and other horrible things like that. It's much better for him if he doesn't have to get a job, wash everyday, or do something useful with his life. It's in the mountains where Johnson can be constructive, like when he sleeps all day, when he commits arson in the woods, and when he screams at the Rockies because he's tired of having to murder an Indian every half hour.Tediously directed by Sid Pollack, but just about every role was well-cast, except for Redford and Delle Bolten (Johnson's squaw, 'Swan').

I'm tempted to call this Robert Redford's masterpiece.Positives: 1. A remarkably good performance by Robert Redford, who back at this time had decided on a path to acting excellence. 2. An equally remarkable performance by Will Geer as a gnarly old mountain man. 3. On-location photography that is nothing short of stunning. 4. It doesn't glorify the life of a mountain man, just exemplifies it.Negatives: I can't really think of any,This is not the same kind of film that "Dancing With Wolves" was, because it doesn't have the joy that film has. Yet, it is every bit as much an epic film. Highly recommended.