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Donovan's Reef (1963)

4/27/2013

 
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The final collaboration between director John Ford and John Wayne, Donovan's Reef doesn't show any of its participants at the top of their game, but there's always been something about the film's easygoing, loose tropical island vibe that I find eternally charming. I've probably seen the movie at least a dozen times over the years, and it never fails to please in its own shaggy dog way, despite its undeniable faults. It's a film that is content to just amble along, with only the barest wisp of a plot, recycling some of Ford's common preoccupations: knockabout, brawling "Oirish" humor, the poetry found in shared, communal ritual and ceremony, the battle for dominance in male/female relations, an affectionate ribbing - yet absolute acceptance - of the Catholic faith, and pride in brave service during WWII. How much you enjoy it will depend on how much you like the people involved. It's reminiscent of (if nowhere near as good as) Howard Hawks' Hatari, another film which creates a world out of an exotic setting and a group of characters that are just plain good company to spend time with.

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The film takes place on the South Seas island of Haleakaloha (presumably somewhere in French Polynesia, but actually filmed in Hawaii), the kind of island paradise that only truly exists in Hollywood fable. The story follows the antics of three former American navy men, Mike "Guns" Donovan (Wayne), Thomas "Boats" Gilhooly (Lee Marvin) and Dr. William Dedham (Jack Warden), who back in the war were the only survivors of a torpedoed destroyer, who landed on the island and fought a vigorous cat-and-mouse game against the occupying Japanese forces there. After the war, both Donovan and Dedham decided to stay on, the doctor starting up a much-needed hospital (and marrying the beautiful island princess who aided them in the war) and Donovan a bar and shipping line. Donovan and Gilhooly share a birthday (on December 7th, no less) and every year Gilhooly visits the island for an annual birthday brawl with his old sailor pal.

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The film opens on one such birthday, as Gilhooly jumps ship off a merchant vessel and swims his way to a triumphant greeting from the natives on shore, promptly marches up to Donovan's saloon, changes into one of Donovan's white suits, and begins to get sloshed and wait for the fisticuffs to begin.  The Doc arrives to break up the fracas (clearly one of the highlights of the year for the local townspeople, rubbernecking outside) and we meet Doc's three children from his deceased wife, the budding teenage beauty Lelani (Jaqueline Malouf), the impish Sally (Cherylene Lee) and the Stan Musial-loving Luki (Jeffrey Byron) - plus a colorful host of supporting characters, including the courtly French governor, the Marquis Andre de Lage (Cesar Romero), who has an eye for young ladies; his Harvard-educated Chinese adjutant, Mr. Eu (John Fong); an over-the-hill floozy, Lafleur (Dorothy Lamour), who wants Gilhooly to make an honest woman of her; the tiny French priest Father Cluzeot (Marcel Dalio); the local bull of a policeman (Mike Mazurki) and assorted other players.

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The plot - such as it is - kicks in when Doc's daughter back in Boston, Amelia (Elizabeth Allen), comes to the island, ostensibly to prove that the father she has never met is morally unfit to inherit a large portion of shares in the Dedham shipping empire. Unsure of her motives and protective of Doc, Donovan, Gilhooly and the governor decide to pass off Doc's children as Donovan's until Doc returns from a two-week trip visiting his patients on the outlying islands. Donovan and Amelia get off on the wrong foot right away, but in a refreshing development, we quickly learn that the seemingly austere, buttoned-down Amelia is actually decent and kind, and warms immediately to the children. Her attitude to Donovan also begins to thaw when she finds out he's a successful businessman in his own right, and the two grow more and more close, much to the chagrin of the governor, who finds her $18 million net worth even more attractive than her lissome physique. Doc is nonplussed at his friends scheme when he returns shortly before Christmas, and it isn't long before the truth about his background comes out, and Amelia's true character is revealed.
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Along the way, Ford makes time for some more barroom brawling with some visiting Australian sailors (captained by Wayne's son, Patrick), some halfhearted attempts by the governor to sour Amelia on Donovan, more combatative romance and plenty of bonding between Amelia and her new siblings. We're also treated to some of those lovely little vignettes of ritual that the director excels in - in this case, a Christmas mass in Father Cluzeot's church that gets interrupted by a torrential downpour, the water pouring in through the holes in the roof, the parishioners prepared with an array of multi-colored umbrellas, and a climactic native ceremony honoring Lelani, the last descendant of the island's royal family, replete with a procession of dancing hula girls.

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While no one could make the claim that Donovan's Reef was on a par with the ailing Ford's best earlier work, the film goes down easy thanks to its blend of fun characters, lackadaisical charm, picturesque setting and lilting Hawaiian music. There are even some moments of genuine, heartfelt yet underplayed emotion, largely courtesy of some fine acting by Allen as she meets her father for the first time, and also when she finally realizes Lelani is her sister.

The cast is chiefly responsible for the good will the film engenders. Marvin is criminally underused but plays the good-natured drunken lout Gilhooly in a very entertaining fashion. Even though she's never been one of my favorite actresses, I have to admit that Lamour is also largely wasted in a rather cruel part as a shopworn tart past her prime (the often sadistic Ford apparently treated Lamour shabbily until she called him on his behavior; he later profusely apologized). Despite the lack of screen time, both actors add spice to the overall ensemble brew, giving the feel of a large, unruly family coexisting on the island.

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John Wayne could do this sort of role in his sleep and sparks well with the much younger Allen (Wayne was 56 here and Allen 34). Wayne generally liked to work with strong female lead actresses, and while somewhat prone to mugging and funny faces, had a facility for comedy that often goes underrated.  It's Allen who's really given the most to do and she carries her potentially unsympathetic part off well, channeling a little bit of a patrician Katherine Hepburn vibe but adding a lithe, athletic sensuality to the role. Only nine years older than Allen, Warden also makes the most of his limited role as her dad (though Doc's eventual excuse for why he didn't come visit his young daughter earlier doesn't really pass muster). The child actors are pleasant enough and don't grate, which is a feat unto itself, there's a nice bit with Edgar Buchanan as the Dedham family's cynical lawyer, and Cesar Romero brings an agreeable mixture of genteel charm and seedy vice to the part of the governor.

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The film is a product of its time and some viewers may find some of the racial and sexual politics on display dated, but the movie wears its good intentions on its sleeve and is so genial and silly that few should find it overly offensive. (Frankly, this viewer finds the rampant littering - people are constantly throwing glass beer bottles around and casually tossing cigarettes into the water - amidst such beautiful nature much more jarring). When this film was made, it was still early days for Hollywood to be talking about racial acceptance and mixed race families, and Ford was clearly trying to make a statement of racial equality here. While not subtle, the film manages to carry its message fairly lightly thanks to its overall larky, inconsequential atmosphere, perhaps faring better in this respect than more serious "message' pictures of the time.

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William H. Clothier's cinematography nicely captures the idyllic beauty of the locations (filmed mostly on Kaua'i in Hawaii), and the lovely choral music of Hawaiian standards (orchestrated by Cyril Mockridge) adds much to the film's warm, friendly tone. John Ford's beloved yacht Araner gets not only name-checked but makes a few appearances. For Ford, Wayne, Marvin and their families, the project was designed to be a bit of summer fun, a last hurrah in paradise of sorts for the director. But making the film wasn't exactly smooth sailing:

"Ford had not been on the island twenty-four hours when he learned that Paramount had pulled the financing from Donovan's Reef, although they still agreed to distribute it. He decided to produce the film himself, even though a screenplay did not exist. Ford rejected  Jimmy Grant's first draft and fired him. He then asked Frank Nugent to come up with something quickly. 'The results are what you saw on screen,' cameraman Bill Clothier said. 'I suppose you've got to blame the Old Man for that. It was just plain bad judgment.' Lee Marvin, at his boozy worst in 1962 and still years away from Alcoholics Anonymous, was so often hung over in the morning that shooting had to be rescheduled. Elizabeth Allen [...} remembered  one night when a smashed Lee Marvin removed every stitch of his clothing, climbed up on the bar at the Kawaii Hotel, and performed a hula. Shorter-tempered than usual, Ford was more irritable than ever. Wayne, very protective of Ford and aware that the old man was slipping, again became almost assistant director."  (1)

While it's true that the resulting screenplay is not exactly the model of wit or focused narrative, it's what happens in the spaces between that gives the film its ineffable appeal.
What the movie does especially well is communicate the feeling of slow, lazy island living. We hear the breeze sighing through the palm trees, witness the caprices of weather, with sudden, lashing storms and expansive, sunny skies, observe the cheerful, brightly-garbed native Polynesians, the chattering Chinese tradesmen, the pious French nuns, and the various barflies, floozies and sailors that populate Donovan's bar. It might be just a white male fantasyland, filtered through an aging and ailing filmmaker's mind, but it's an interesting and vibrant world, and I for one enjoy the time spent there. The hour and 45 minutes fly by, despite there not being much tension or dramatic stakes...but then, not all films have to be slave to such plot mechanics.

Donavon's Reef offers a romanticized slice of early 1960s island life, and should prove relaxing fun for those willing to go along for the ride. It might not make it into my personal Top Ten John Wayne movies, but it wouldn't be far down the list of runners-up, either.
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DVD Note: Paramount's widescreen DVD looks nice on a big screen monitor, but could benefit from the added clarity Blu-Ray could provide. I imagine we'll see an HD release of the film someday, given John Wayne's continued popularity.

Source Note: (1) excerpted from John Wayne American, by Randy Roberts and James S. Olson, published by the Free Press, 1995.
Sergio (Tipping My Fedora) link
4/28/2013 03:16:39 am

You really made me laugh with that line about 'rampant littering' Jeff! Wayne does this side-swipe throwing away of cigarettes in so many of his films and I always wonder where they end up! The HATARI comparison is a good one and I agree, this is nowhere near as good, but the knockabout highlights are still memorable (I can never, ever, remember the plot)

Jeff
4/29/2013 07:43:27 am

Heh, yeah Sergio, I've always noted with amusement (and alarm) Wayne's side-swiping movement of tossing away cigarette wily nilly. That kind of stuff always bothers me in old movies, for some reason. Glad you enjoy this one too. HATARI! is much better indeed, though - look forward to writing about that one someday. Comments much appreciated as always, mate!

Patti link
4/28/2013 03:51:59 am

Despite not being a John Wayne fan and generally steering clear of his films, this sounds like an enjoyable watch, with the tropical setting adding greatly to the charm.

Just have to say...with regard to the racial and sexist attitudes of the times. While I may occasionally cringe due to words and statements used, I've realized that while modern movies may see things differently, we have no reason to be smug. I'm quite sure that future generations will find many of our beliefs problematic as well.

The stills you included are great. I especially love the last one. Give me a house like that, surrounded by palm trees and ocean, and I would be in heaven.

Jeff
4/29/2013 07:48:45 am

Thanks for the comment, Patti! I'm sorry to hear you don't care for John Wayne but I'm used to hearing this from women (though luckily my wife has become a fan). I do think there are a few of his films that you might really enjoy, especially THE QUIET MAN, with Maureen O'Hara, HATARI! (Wayne and co. capturing wild animals in Africa) and this one. I hope you give him a try again some day...he had more depth as an actor than many give him credit for.

And you make a very good point about how viewers today shouldn't act superior about the social mores and behavior found in old movies. Their kids or grandkids will probably be sniggering at what they consider the outdated touches in today's films.

Patti link
4/30/2013 01:04:56 am

Would you believe I have never seen "The Quiet Man." I know it's one of those must-see classics, but I've just never made the time for it, in large part because of John Wayne. However, Maureen O'Hara is my star of the month in August, so "The Quiet Man" is on my list of must-watch films for that month. I am really looking forward to watching it.

And I DO love True Grit...have ever since I saw it as a child. Of course, I was in love with Glen Campbell at that point in my life, so he was the reason I loved the movie. Watching it now as an adult, I am so in agreement with John Wayne winning the Academy Award for his performance in that film. He really was sensational---and that coming from someone who doesn't consider herself a John Wayne fan.

Audie Murphy (whom I adore!) is my star of the month in June, so I'm intending to watch over a dozen Westerns!! I may come away from that month totally in love with the genre and ready to give John Wayne another chance.

R.A. Kerr link
4/28/2013 04:42:32 am

I really like the laid-back John Wayne movies. Like you said, he really does have an under-appreciated ability for comedy. He has great timing.

Another thing Wayne does well is multi-task in a scene. Whether he's forging horseshoes or lining up shots on a pool table, he can deliver lengthy speeches while concentrating at the task at hand. I don't see many actors doing that today? Of course, many movies don't have lengthy speeches today.

Great review, Jeff! I've not seen this one and I hope to see this soon!

Jeff
4/29/2013 07:56:00 am

Hey there, Ruth! Great point about Wayne's ability to multitask in a scene. He is really skilled at that. Here he's doing more of that kind of stuff, handling dialogue and exposition with aplomb while chopping down a Christmas tree, playing around with cigarettes, driving boats, etc. He always said that he was not an actor but a reactor, and I think he was one of the best reactors in the business. He's so often underrated; it really bothers me when people outright dismiss him as merely a "cowboy" actor, or for his conservative politics. Anyway, enough ranting...I hope you check DONOVAN'S REEF out and let me know what you think. Thanks for the comment!

Rick link
4/28/2013 06:54:09 am

I also find DONOVAN'S REEF's "easygoing, loose tropical island vibe...eternally charming." It's one of those movies I can join in progress and then find myself watching until the end. And, to be honest, it may be my favorite of John Wayne's 1960s films--after LIBERTY VALANCE.

Jeff
4/29/2013 07:58:05 am

Thanks, Rick! I had a feeling you'd be with me on this one. However, I must admit that LIBERTY VALANCE, while a well made film and highly-regarded, is not my cup of tea at all, really (easily my least favorite Ford/Wayne western).

Alyssa link
4/28/2013 08:58:41 am

I agree this is a fun, breezy film, that has a lot of charm and well worth the time to watch it. It has to be my 2nd favorite of Wayne's 1960's films behind 'North to Alaska'.

Jeff
4/29/2013 08:12:27 am

Thank you for stopping by once again, Alyssa! I'm glad to see more love from the feminine side of movie fandom for this movie and John Wayne. I like NORTH TO ALASKA a lot, too...in fact, I like nearly all of Wayne's 60s films, even stuff like HELLFIGHTERS - but HATARI! is far and away my favorite for a variety of reasons.

Kevin Deany
4/29/2013 02:10:44 am

Jeff, pretty much agree with everything you say here. I must add that the Christmas scene in the film, in the chapel with the kids singing, is one of my favorite Christmas scenes on film. It's been awhile since I've seen this and can't remember the details of the scene, but I remember having a nice glowing feeling when watching that scene.

Jeff
4/29/2013 11:53:58 pm

Hey Kevin! Thanks for that. That Christmas scene is great, isn't it? I love all the little bits of business going on there, from the priest once more rejecting the $150 donation to fix the roof from Donovan and Gilhooly (he instead gives the "tainted" money away to the poor), to Lafleur singing "Silent Night" off-key, to the island's version of the Three Wise Men, here interpreted as "the King of Polynesia" (Mike Mazurki), "the Emperor of China" (Mr. Eu) and "the King of the United States (Gilhooly)."

Colin link
4/29/2013 07:14:04 pm

Great assessment of this film Jeff. Sure it's not prime Ford or Wayne but I find it very enjoyable too. There's a relaxed, easy-going charm to this that draws me in all the time and I agree that it bears comparison with Hatari! - again I agree that Hawks' movie is the more successful effort though.
BTW, on Wayne's method for disposing of cigarettes, I've caught myself unconsciously mirroring that action on occasion. Luckily, I haven't set anything on fire yet though!

Jeff
4/29/2013 11:30:41 pm

Cheers, Colin! I was hoping you liked this one as well. It doesn't seem to be highly thought of in critics circles, but judging by the "regular joes" on the IMDB at least, it has its share of fans. That's funny, you disposing of ciggies in much the same manner as Wayne. Somehow, I doubt you're tossing them away so carelessly as he always did,

Toby Roan link
5/16/2013 01:09:49 am

I saw this thing a thousand times as a kid and I loved it. Still do, and I think it's partly responsible for my fascination with 50s/60s Tiki Culture.

What I find interesting is that as much as Wayne, Marvin, etc, goon it up, the people of the island are always treated with respect.

What's more, just the thought of Marvin keeping his beer tied to his wrist cracks me up.

Jeff
5/18/2013 05:08:43 pm

Cheers, Toby! All this love for DONOVAN'S REEF is nice to see. Good catch on Marvin's always having a beer bottle tied to his wrist...that's something that I've never quite picked up on before.

Naomi Thornton link
6/16/2015 02:37:38 pm

I grew up with donovans reef and loved it.I still love it Purchased the movie on my Samsung S4, and I watch it all the time.I am however sorry to say that as a little girl the only scenes I took away with me in remembrance, are the 3 children.Now as an adult watching the movie as often as I do, I have come to know Elizabeth Allen and the actual understanding of this movie.I Googled this actress only to find out she had passed away.I wanted to know what other movies, etc, she had made, and this was when I found out of her passing.Amazeing acting.I think she held up this movie, she and the kids, but at the same time the pairing of her and John Wayne, worked.Who knew.Again I love this movie, it is a good family, heart tugging, laughable,movie. Elizabeth Allen did not skip a beat when it came to the men in this movie, especially John Wayne.Elizabeth acting was so good, I forgot I was watching a movie.John Wayne, Lee Marvin, Jack Warden, Dorothy Lamour, Cesar Romero, are actors I knew growing up, they were so famous, but , not any were favorites of mine, and this unknown actress just stole the show.The only thing i'd like to hope for, is a re-make of the 1963 movie, Donovans Reef.It is so different today, people would give this movie a chance

Jeff
6/16/2015 08:49:09 pm

Thanks for the comment, Naomi! Good to hear from another fan of DONOVAN'S REEF. Like you, I was also impressed with Elizabeth Allen's beauty and acting skill in this movie, and am sorry her career was rather limited.

I don't think I'd want to see this movie remade, though...the original's charms are pretty specific to the time period...anything Hollywood would do with the material today would be an entirely different movie, tonally speaking.

John stewart
12/22/2016 03:46:35 pm

Great review. Mr Eu attended Amherst


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