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True Grit

The murder of her father sends a teenage tomboy on a mission of 'justice', which involves avenging her father's death. She recruits a tough old marshal, 'Rooster' Cogburn because he has 'true grit', and a reputation of getting the job done.

Original title: True Grit

3

nominations

33%

winning rate

1

win

Academy Awards #42 - 1970

Award People Status
Best Actor in a Leading Role John Wayne Winner
Best Original Song Elmer Bernstein, Don Black - "True Grit"

British Academy Film Awards #23 - 1970

Award People Status
Most Promising Newcomer to Leading Film Roles Kim Darby

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