Western
United States of America
The Undefeated is a 1969 western film directed by Andrew V. McLaglen and starring John Wayne and Rock Hudson. The movie is loosely based on actual events that took place in Mexico in the 1860s.
The story begins with Colonel John Henry Thomas (John Wayne) leading a group of men who are transporting 3,000 horses from Texas to Mexico. They plan to sell the horses to the Mexican government, which is trying to build a cavalry. Thomas is a Union veteran who is still bitter about the war and does not care about the political situation in Mexico. He is a gruff and tough leader who does not hesitate to use his gun or his fists when needed.
On the other hand, Colonel James Langdon (Rock Hudson) is a former Confederate officer who is leading a group of ex-Confederate soldiers and their families to Mexico. They are looking for a new life in a country where they can start afresh, away from the oppression of the Union carpetbaggers. Langdon is a dignified and honorable man who does not believe in violence and wants to avoid any conflict with the Mexicans.
The two groups meet in a small town where they are caught in the middle of a revolution. The local Mexican governor is being overthrown by a group of rebels, who are joined by a band of ruthless bandits. Thomas and Langdon are forced to work together to protect their people and their horses from the attacks of the rebels and the bandits.
As they travel deeper into Mexico, they face many challenges and obstacles. They have to cross a river, climb a mountain, and fight off several attacks from the rebels and the bandits. Along the way, they find unexpected allies and enemies, including a beautiful Mexican woman named Blue (Marianne McAndrew) who falls in love with Thomas.
The Undefeated is a classic western movie that combines action, humor, and romance. John Wayne and Rock Hudson give strong performances as two men who overcome their differences and become friends. The movie also features an outstanding score by Hugo Montenegro and stunning cinematography by William H. Clothier.
