some of the religious allegory is silly, but it's Ford directing beautifully and Duke not being much annoying. on the contrary (and this is just a theory of mine), he needs Ford to actually not suck. Also, it helps that the trudging-through-the-des... (read more) some of the religious allegory is silly, but it's Ford directing beautifully and Duke not being much annoying. on the contrary (and this is just a theory of mine), he needs Ford to actually not suck. Also, it helps that the trudging-through-the-desert scenes probably inspired those in the Good, the Bad and the Ugly.

Three bank robbers on the run from the law escort a newborn infant across the Mojave desert.
This loose retelling of the Biblical tale of the Three Wise Men gets a bit too maudlin even by director John Ford's standards, but the master filmmaker and h... (read more) Three bank robbers on the run from the law escort a newborn infant across the Mojave desert.
This loose retelling of the Biblical tale of the Three Wise Men gets a bit too maudlin even by director John Ford's standards, but the master filmmaker and his likeable cast manage to keep the film entertaining enough.

An amazing and unusual Western mixed with religious and biblical allegory. Shot in beautiful Technicolor, this is a highly original film that manages to be exciting, funny, and touching all at once. And, of course, the action sequences are directed w... (read more) An amazing and unusual Western mixed with religious and biblical allegory. Shot in beautiful Technicolor, this is a highly original film that manages to be exciting, funny, and touching all at once. And, of course, the action sequences are directed with the usual John Ford bravado. Highly recommended.

Three wise thieves on the run from the law come across a stranded woman about to give birth in the middle of the dessert. Full of Religious symbols and campy moments, especially the ending. But the images are strong and John Wayne gives another outst... (read more) Three wise thieves on the run from the law come across a stranded woman about to give birth in the middle of the dessert. Full of Religious symbols and campy moments, especially the ending. But the images are strong and John Wayne gives another outstanding performance.

If loving John Wayne movies was illegal, I'd be in for LIFE! This story was unknown to me for years. I found it looking for Christmas movies for Christmas presents... got it for myself!!!

A little hokey with the Christmas references, but there is no denying this a great heartwarming film - after all Ford and Wayne really didnt make anything bad.

John Ford grabs John Wayne and creates another Western classic in the 3 Godfathers. About three outlaws on the run from the law, who run into an abandoned, pregnant lady. Her last request sends the outlaws into a challenge they never saw themselves d... (read more) John Ford grabs John Wayne and creates another Western classic in the 3 Godfathers. About three outlaws on the run from the law, who run into an abandoned, pregnant lady. Her last request sends the outlaws into a challenge they never saw themselves doing. Taking care of a newborn in the Arizona desert.

My all time favourite. John Wayne as a criminal with a heart of gold as three men on the run sacrifice everything to save a newborn. The old west at its' best indeed.

A great little gem with a simple but great story complete with the beauty and excitement of Ford's West.

It's a great story and I think some people take it to seriously. John Ford is one of the greatest American filmmakers and fuck you if you think otherwise.