"Do you see any characteristic features of Stewart and Wayne in these films that rocketed them to permanent stardom? If not, why did this happen?"
John Wayne and James Stewart both had striking attributes to them, that I believe were conducive to their enormous success. Jimmy Stewart possessed a very warm-hearted, gentle persona and a good sense of humor. His served tirelessly in the U.S. army and the U.S. air force, eventually attaining the high position of brigadier general. He was a exceptionally talented and accomplished man, who had professional expertise in many different areas. Jimmy was a World War II and Vietnam War Veteran, and also earned an architecture degree from Princeton University. He excelled academically while attending, composing an excellent thesis on airport design.Due to his outstanding achievements, his professors presented him a scholarship for graduate studies.He also was proficient in his military pursuits, with 27 years of service. His commitment to his country did not go unnoticed, as he was awarded numerous metals throughout his career.
On top of all this, Stewart had incredible, astute acting abilities, with a knack for passionate, dramatic performances. He played the legendary George Bailey, in the timeless classic It's A Wonderful Life.
This film, although originally a failure, would one day be ranked as one of the 100 best movies of all time. It is now synonymous with Christmas, beloved by many families as a part of their holiday tradition. Stewart's fine portrayal of Bailey is one of his most prominent roles. This beautiful tale of redemption and family miracles was a milestone in Stewart's metier. Another of his fine performances was in Mr. Smith Goes to Washington. This film made a tremendous impact and generated many positive reviews, winning an Academy Award for Original Story. I personally found this movie to be both moving and inspirational, one of the most extraordinary ones I ever viewed.
It was a fabulous and flawless defense of democracy, of one man's relentless determination to change the world. Mr. Smith was a character that only Jimmy Stewart could do best, and his acting skills were suburb. One can't help but be affected by the young senator's unfailing persistence to expose corruption and to see his bill passed. He pushes himself to the brink of exhaustion, refusing to abandon his objective. These features were just exhibitions of Jimmy's incredible filmography.
John Wayne made a legendary impression in Hollywood, starring in over 150 pictures over the course of 50 years! His iconic face has been interchangeable with westerns for decades, as he flaunted the archetypal cowboy hat and gun. Long before he reached the golden shores of Hollywood, Wayne was a promising student and football player at USC. He was pursing a degree in prelaw, when he was forced to leave the university. This was due unfortunately to a collar-bone injury, that caused him to forfeit his education. He had no money to continue his schooling, and had to seek out a new future. He first gained experience in the acting sphere, by working at local film studios.
This was only the inception of a lengthy and prosperous lifetime in the film industry for Mr. Wayne.It would only be a matter of time, before he developed into a rising star. John Wayne had an overpowering air to him, one evoking manfulness and courage. His tall, strong demeanor and calming voice were a few qualities that made him very attractive. The fact that he always prevailed for justice only bettered his appeal. Even as an older man, he still had a timeless charm about him, impossible for women to deny.
It was a fabulous and flawless defense of democracy, of one man's relentless determination to change the world. Mr. Smith was a character that only Jimmy Stewart could do best, and his acting skills were suburb. One can't help but be affected by the young senator's unfailing persistence to expose corruption and to see his bill passed. He pushes himself to the brink of exhaustion, refusing to abandon his objective. These features were just exhibitions of Jimmy's incredible filmography.
John Wayne made a legendary impression in Hollywood, starring in over 150 pictures over the course of 50 years! His iconic face has been interchangeable with westerns for decades, as he flaunted the archetypal cowboy hat and gun. Long before he reached the golden shores of Hollywood, Wayne was a promising student and football player at USC. He was pursing a degree in prelaw, when he was forced to leave the university. This was due unfortunately to a collar-bone injury, that caused him to forfeit his education. He had no money to continue his schooling, and had to seek out a new future. He first gained experience in the acting sphere, by working at local film studios.
This was only the inception of a lengthy and prosperous lifetime in the film industry for Mr. Wayne.It would only be a matter of time, before he developed into a rising star. John Wayne had an overpowering air to him, one evoking manfulness and courage. His tall, strong demeanor and calming voice were a few qualities that made him very attractive. The fact that he always prevailed for justice only bettered his appeal. Even as an older man, he still had a timeless charm about him, impossible for women to deny.
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