The movie “Hondo”, released in 1953, is an intriguing drama and romance film in the backdrop of Apache territory. The film revolves around an army dispatch rider, named Hondo Lane, who stumbles upon a woman and her young son living amidst the hostile territory of the Apaches. The movie is filmed across various beautiful locales. Apart from the main plot, there are many fascinating details about the movie and it’s filming which would reel in any movie buff.
Where it Filmed?
Several picturesque locations were chosen as the backdrop for the filming of “Hondo”. These include Patagonia (Arizona, USA), Camargo (Chihuahua, Mexico), Delle (Utah, USA), Lonerock (Utah, USA), and Skull Valley (Utah, USA). The dates when these shoots took place are not mentioned.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| John Wayne | Hondo Lane |
| Geraldine Page | Angie Lowe |
| Ward Bond | Buffalo Baker |
| Michael Pate | Vittorio |
| James Arness | Lennie |
| Rodolfo Acosta | Silva |
| Leo Gordon | Ed Lowe |
| Tom Irish | Lt. McKay |
| Lee Aaker | Johnny Lowe |
| Paul Fix | Maj. Sherry |
| Rayford Barnes | Pete – Card Player in Saloon |
| Frank McGrath | Lowe’s Partner (uncredited) |
| Chuck Roberson | Kloori / Cavalry Sergeant Killed in Indian Attack (uncredited) |
| Sam | Hondo’s dog (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
- The film starred big names like John Wayne, Geraldine Page and Ward Bond amongst others
- This film was directed by John Farrow and written by James Edward Grant and Louis L’Amour
- It was nominated for 2 Oscars
- Behind the scenes, Michael Pate, who played the Indian chief in the film was a real-life expert in Old West Military procedure
- There is an error in one of the scenes of the film. When Hondo grabs Johnny to throw him in the water, he is seen wearing his Indian necklace. However, when Hondo picks him up to throw him, the necklace is no longer to be seen
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Patagonia, Arizona, USA
- Latitude: 31.5395378
- Longitude: -110.7561963
- Place ID: ChIJ35MbYDm41oYR_SWB56eWtaM
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Patagonia, AZ 85624, USA
- Timezone: America/Phoenix
- Location Name: Camargo, Chihuahua, Mexico
- Latitude: 27.6763786
- Longitude: -105.166953
- Place ID: ChIJRfZv5iqslIYR9OoewMrk86Y
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Camargo, Chihuahua, Mexico
- Timezone: America/Chihuahua
- Location Name: Delle, Utah, USA
- Latitude: 40.7599343
- Longitude: -112.7776312
- Place ID: ChIJBXO-7T8vrYAR3EY6QWHPYc0
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Delle, UT 84029, USA
- Timezone: America/Denver
- Location Name: Lonerock, Utah, USA
- Latitude: 37.0274999
- Longitude: -111.5341666
- Place ID: ChIJh5hKWwVBNIcRPuXEdYeQYDE
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Lone Rock, Utah, USA
- Timezone: America/Denver
- Location Name: Skull Valley, Utah, USA
- Latitude: 40.7446269
- Longitude: -112.6913346
- Place ID: ChIJOWHIUpUtrYARjZs8qvvOqBc
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Skull Valley, UT 84029, USA
- Timezone: America/Denver
