The cast is packed with talent, with young Haliee Steinfield playing the main character, Mattie Ross, and backed up by Jeff Bridges and Matt Damon. In a surprisingly smaller role than I would have predicted is Josh Brolin, who delivers an excellent and convincing performance as Tom Chaney, the man who killed her father and set them on this grand adventure.
I was impressed with True Grit. It kept me captivated in this old western world much better than most westerns I see. The plot follows Mattie Ross as she intends to avenge the death of her father, along the way teaming up with Marshal Rooster Cogburn (Bridges) and Texas Ranger Laboeuf (Damon). Laboeuf is pronounced as "La Beef" the entire film, and I think I snickered every time. Initially against her tagging along, eventually Mattie earns the respect of the lawmen, and they set out to catch Tom Chaney(Brolin).
I won't ruin more of the plot for you, I recommend that you see the movie if you can. My only real complaint was the speed at which the ending wraps up. The film is told in a frame story, and it seemed that the frame story was going to get some screen time and nice resolution, only for the things to turn out not what they seem and the film end. Your mileage may vary.
Overall - 9/10. Very well made, and excellent performances by the four main cast. See it.
