"The "True Grit" comparison also reflects the times the films were released. Back in 1969, the United States was in turmoil over Vietnam and the rise of the Woodstock generation. Revered traditions were breaking down fast, confusing and angering many Americans. John Wayne was a throwback to better times, a man respected by traditional folks. And it was Wayne they were watching on the screen, not Rooster Cogburn. It was Wayne who protected the young girl out to avenge her father, and it was Wayne who imposed justice on the brutal bad guys.
The strong-minded actor brought audiences comfort amid chaos both on the screen and in real life."
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