Donovans Reef (DVD, 2013)

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The hilarious DONOVAN'S REEF, one of John Ford's rare but memorable forays into comedy, is set on the South Sea island of Haleakoloha, where two navy buddies have decided to stay after World War II. Michael "Guns" Donovan (John Wayne) and Aloysius "Boats" Gilhooley (Lee Marvin), who like to celebrate their mutual birthday every year by trying to beat the hell out of each other, are enacting the ritual in Guns's bar, Donovan's Reef. Dr. William Dedham (Jack Warden), scion of a wealthy family and another societal dropout, breaks up the fight after an appropriate amount of damage has been done. He soon learns that his very proper daughter, Amelia (Elizabeth Allen), is about to arrive from Boston, unaware that he's had three children by a Polynesian princess. Dedham persuades Guns to pretend to be the father of his kids during the visit in order to be spared Amelia's wrath. While Dedham's daughter is initially put off by the juvenile antics of Donovan's crew, the tavern owner's feelings toward her are far more positive. After she beats him in a swimming competition, she begins to see his appeal. Filmed in Kauai, Hawaii, this entertaining family-oriented comedy is stoked with broad physical gags and the inspired tomfoolery of the cast. The most notable performance belongs to Wayne, who ends his long, hugely successful, and artistically triumphant collaboration with Ford on a high and suitably revelatory note, their last film together a roisterous, laugh-filled party.

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UPC0883929304264
eBay Product ID (ePID)141805487

Product Key Features

ActorJohn Wayne, Lee Marvin
RatingNR
Movie/TV TitleDonovan's Reef
DirectorSean Aloysius O'feeney, John Ford
FormatDVD
Release Year2013
GenreComedy

Additional Product Features

Region CodeRegion 1
Number of Discs1
Country/Region of ManufactureUSA
Signal StandardDvd
Leading RoleJohn Wayne, Lee Marvin
Release Date20130101
Film CountryUSA

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  • very entertaining!

    Have enjoyed this movie for years. Instead of waiting for it to come on TV I decided to by my own copy. Now we can watch it anytime. We're real big John Wayne fans but this is so light and funny!

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  • Donovan"s reef

    It is a oldie but a goody....Good story line. I had seen this years ago and it still holds a special feeling for me. Stars John Wayne, Dorothy Lamour, Lee Marvin and Cesar Romero and Mike Mazurky. All really good actors.....

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  • Superb

    I have always loved this John Wayne movie, it is a beautiful story with a great plot. Fun action!!!!

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  • The title Donavan's Reef is perfect for this movie.

    Always have enjoyed this movie...and enjoy the actors. Beautiful picture on the DVD. Thank you for having the DVD.

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  • The plot centers around the bar Named Donovan's Reef. It is the cultural center of the island.

    It had a good plot. The characters were fun. The actors were first rate. You can't beat John Wayne and Lee Marvin.

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  • Great movie.

    Shipped fast. Will be watching other items they sell. This movie is great. Love it.

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  • Donovans Reef

    Phenomenal movie, The Duke, Lee Marvin and Jack Warden at their best.

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  • funny and tender

    great family film

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  • Fun

    John Wayne is always a grand movie to watch

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  • Pristine dvd, plays perfectly!...

    Pristine dvd, plays perfectly!

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned