310 to Yuma (2007) Christian Bale, Russell Crowe, Elmore Leonard, Glenn Ford & Van Heflin

Book Vs Movie Podcast

Book Vs. Movie: 3:10 to Yuma
The 1953 Elmore Leonard Short Story Vs.The 2007 Movie
"3:10 to Yuma" (2007) is a Western film directed by James Mangold, based on a short story by Elmore Leonard. It is a remake of the 1957 film of the same name. Here are some key details: The story is set in the late 19th century. It follows Dan Evans (Christian Bale), a struggling rancher and Civil War veteran who volunteers to escort the captured outlaw Ben Wade (Russell Crowe) to the town of Contention, where Wade is to board the 3:10 train to Yuma for his trial. Along the way, they face numerous challenges, including Wade's gang, led by his loyal second-in-command, Charlie Prince (Ben Foster), who is determined to rescue him. Which did we (the Margos) prefer? Have a listen to find out.

In this ep, the Margos discuss:

• Author Elmore Leonard
• The 1957 film adaptation
• The 2007 Movie Cast: Russell Crowe (Ben Wade,) Christian Bale (Dan Evans,) Logan Lerman (William Evans,) Dallas Roberts (Grayson Butterfield,) Ben Foster (Charlie Prince,) Peter Fonda (Byron McElroy,) Vinessa Shaw (Emma Nelson,) Gretchen Mol (Alice Evans,) Kevin Duran (Tucker,) and Luke Wilson as Zeke.

Clips used:

• “Even Bad Men Love Their Mama”
• 3:10 to Yuma (2007 trailer)
• “One tough son of a bitch!”
• Hollander (Lennie Loftin) is selling the farm
• Christian Bale & Russell Crowe bonding
• Ben Wade wants the singing to stop…
• Music: “3:10 to Yuma” by Frankie Lane

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