But the film belongs to Sam Elliot as the honest cowpuncher, Conagher, a man who stands firm against all odds in order to do the right thing. It's a compelling performance by both leads and their love story develops naturally and doesn't interfere with the western action the viewer expects from a film such as this.
Elliot won a Golden Globe for his performance in this western and the award was well deserved.
"Any man who asks for help shouldn't start out in the first place."
