betty
Jonesboro, ga
USA
20 Jan 2003
21:22:17
152.163.189.234
I loved Monte Walsh the movie. Tom Selleck, Keith Carradine and all the other men were tops. The priviledge of seeing Isabella Rossolini in it was an added bonus. She is one of the most fascinatingly beautiful women of this century, and coupled with her marvelous voice she is mesmerizing. I hope she can be in some of the future westerns. I have seen all Mr. Selleck's westerns to date and have enjoyed all of them. I think he blends well with all of his female leads. And they have all been different in personalities and appearances. But, I think my favorite has been Ms. Rossolini. There was such a gentle sadness that they conveyed (I know it was in the script, but they did it so beautifully). I love old movies, and not all of them hold their flavor and become dated. I feel these new westerns will hold as well 20, 30, 40 years from now. Thanks and I look forward to future editions.

JENNIE BLAIR
MANSFIELD, PA
USA
20 Jan 2003
199.224.98.118
YES, BY ALL MEANS, MAKE MORE WESTERN MOVIES. PERSONALLY, I WOULD LIKE TO SEE ALL OF LOUIS LAMOUR'S BOOKS MADE INTO MOVIES (AND PREFERABLY STARRING TOM SELLECK!).

Greg Limbach
Greenwood, IN
USA
20 Jan 2003
12.222.141.190
Mr. Selleck, I really enjoyed Monte Walsh. I am a Old West reenactor and Cowboy Action Shooter, and appreciate the costuming and fine era firearms featured in your movies. Keep up the good work. I look forward to your next movie.

L W Johnson
Selah, WA
USA
20 Jan 2003
162.123.17.81
Congratulations for a fine remake of the classic western Monte Walsh. My first thought upon hearing of the TNT movie was " I hope they do it justice or ol' Lee will be turning over in his grave! " I was delighted to see the new version stayed faithful to the spirit of the first and only embelished on the details. And speaking of details, your props and sets are second to none for their realism! Bravo and keep em' coming!

Ron Young
Brownstown, Pa
USA
20 Jan 2003
209.74.60.95
Thanks Tom, for Monte Walsh. Reading the comments from others, I'm not the only guy who was born too late. We all can still keep the cowboy values we so admire, alive. That is how a real American man can still live today.

Rolie Mans
Deland, Florida
USA
20 Jan 2003
66.157.198.183
What can I say... TS tugs at the hearts and souls of nostalgics such as myself once again. Monte Walsh AKA Tom Selleck (Ya can't fool me, big guy) are one and the same... men of principle and integrity. I would be honored to be stand in or be backgound noise in the next epic cowboy he produces. Thank goodness the tale of a cowboy is once again delivered first class.

Chris Dameron
Carrollton, GA
USA
20 Jan 2003
198.143.213.188
Watching Monte Walsh just reinforced to me that I was born 100 years too late. This will be a treasured addition to my western collection for me and my family. With so much trash today claiming to be entertainment, shows like this are a welcomed event for me to enjoy with my children. THANKS TOM AND TNT.

Janine Pittman
Portland, CT
USA
20 Jan 2003
19:26:57
159.108.1.249
Thank God for Tom Selleck--someone who hears and answers the "call of the west". I'm so tired of the same 'ol, same 'ol from Hollywood... Where are the movies that "entertain and relax" us? Where are the movies that sweep us away and take us to a special place? Where are the movies that make us feel good about where we've been and who we are? That's where the beauty of the westerns come in. ... Tom Selleck makes a western that you can go to bed and dream about, a place that you can feel a part of. ... He knows who to bring together to make it all happen and make it believable. .... keep up the good work, Tom. WE NEED MORE WESTERNS! You have so many of us that only wish we could live out a dream of being part of the "old west" as you can in the many roles that you've played. ...looking forward to your next western adventure.

Mike Timmerman
Suwanee, Ga.
USA
20 Jan 2003
198.143.213.188
Movies like Monte Walsh is what this country needs. An opportunity for a family to watch a movie together without all of the ridiculous violence,sex, and crude language--and right in the comfort of your own home! The Hollywood liberals will never get the message. They're too busy trying to destroy the memory of the good 'ol days and the things that made this country great! Bravo for Tom Selleck and the rest of the cast. Tom, you were at your best when you put Rosie O'Donnell in her place and you're still at it as Monte. The new John Wayne is Mr. Tom Selleck!

Chuck Kauffman
Marietta, GA
USA
20 Jan 2003
204.74.20.11
There definitely should be more westerns out of Hollywood like "Monte Walsh" or "Lonesome Dove". These had good themes and story lines that people could relate to historically; not a lot of sex and shoot-em up stuff! My sincere congrats to Tom Selleck on a fist class western in "Monte Walsh".

Al Manfre
Flemington, NJ
USA
20 Jan 2003
65.174.230.75
Thanks Mr. Selleck, you have re-newed my interest in Westerns. You did an outstanding job in Crossfire Trail, and now Monte Walsh. Good Job.

Mike Stewart (Circle S)
Mt. Vernon, WA
USA
20 Jan 2003
198.81.27.7
I had a great weekend! I spent it watching Tom Selleck as Monte Walsh, not once but 3 or 4 times. I can't begin to elaborate on what a great western this is! Great cast & Crew, scenery, and the authenticity of the gear and such. A big thumbs up to TNT and Tom Selleck.It does my soul good to enjoy a great story that is well delivered. I hope this will serve as a wake-up call that we need more Cowboys and Westerns!! AAAAA+++++ I really hope there will be more westerns in the works for Tom Selleck and Keith Carradine.

Merideth Sears
Linch, WY
USA
20 Jan 2003
209.193.94.50
Loved Monte Walsh -- give us more TNT & Tom!

Susan Grissom
Pound RIdge, NY
USA
20 Jan 2003
24.45.114.140
I used to watch westerns with my father as a girl and when I go home for holidays. I recently saw Monte Walsh and just absolutely loved it. I prefer movies with a sense of the west a taste of history, and capturing the last of out vanishing wilderness, This is the type of movie we need more of. Please make more of these then these senseless violent movies about nothing.

Melissa
Houston, Tx
USA
20 Jan 2003
63.232.88.198
I was captured by Monte Walsh as I was with Crossfire Trail. I am so grateful for new QUALITY westerns in the John Wayne tradition, such as the use of wonderful character actors repeated throughout the movies. The friendship of the actors shines through the characters. Thank you, Mr. Selleck, for keeping cowboys alive.

Terrell Manasco
Parrish, AL
USA
20 Jan 2003
12.6.113.254
I saw Tom Selleck in "Monte Walsh" last night. What an excellent film. I loved it. I would definitely see it again. The acting was top-notch, the plot was always interesting, the scenery beautiful, and I loved the witty dialogue. If you are a fan of Westerns, or even if you're not but love a good story, see this movie. I highly recommend it.

W Krause
Hillsborough, NJ
USA
20 Jan 2003
216.178.70.182
It's about time another great western movie came along.It was truly entertaining to watch Tom Selleck and cast develop this story. Wake-up Hollywood!!! We, the viewing public, want more high quality westerns such as Monte Walsh.

Ed Snapp
Houston, TX
USA
20 Jan 2003
64.95.209.34
To borrow a line from Monte Walsh...."good, It's good." But, too add my own dialogue.... great, it's great. Tom Selleck and crew have hit the bullseye. Tom knows westerns and what western fans want--authenticity. You feel like you have known the characters a long time and you like them immediately. Tom does such a excellent job of casting. It's the kind of western my grandad would have loved watching. He was born in 1895. Thanks, Tom, for caring.

Mary Jo
Ionia, Mi
USA
20 Jan 2003
24.247.58.47
Being raised on westerns:) I always keep an eye out for anything pertaining to the old west. I've seen all [of Tom Selleck's movies] and enjoy them all, whether they are westerns or not, but I love his westerns best! He has been a favorite of mine from the get-go of his career:) As for Monte Walsh, in particular, I loved the scenery (breath taking), loved the characters and their uniqueness each brought to the movie also. Tom Selleck remains one of my "favorites" and I don't see that ever changing:)  P.S. One thing I often wondered about was how those cowboys kept their coats and pants and even boots so clean when they were out there in the dust and mud? Thought the clothing looked a little too fresh and new.

Wayne Christensen
Canoga Park, Ca
USA
20 Jan 2003
65.59.30.185
Make more Westerns and less movies about drug dealers and maybe our kids can learn some values again.

James Harter
Superior, WI
USA
20 Jan 2003
172.175.158.195
Tom Selleck does it again, Monte Walsh was great, the tradition of Crossfire Trail and Quigley continues! I cannot figure out why Hollywood does not make more western movies? Today cowboy action shooting is one of the largest shooting sports going on today with offshoots of repo western type guns, clothes and western accessories being sold at a astonishing rate. Us baby boomers grew up on westerns and like them and we are a large part of the population today and have money to spend why does Hollywood continue to ignore us? During the 80's and early 90's the Western was almost dead no thanks to Hollywood but now with the cowboy action craze going on it would be a perfect time for the reserection of the western. ..Tom Selleck's movies are Historically correct and appreciated. Thanks for letting me speak my peace.

Tony Nofal
ramona, CA
USA
20 Jan 2003
209.179.222.32
Monte Walsh - After watching Monte Walsh twice, I hope Tom Selleck makes more western movies. This movie wasn't just a shoot em up western. It was about the real life struggles and change cowboys where facing toward the end of an era, and a dawn of a new age. This movie had real meaning to it. I really love this movie.

Eugene Deere
Summit , Ms.
USA
20 Jan 2003
66.175.150.44
I enjoyed your Selleck interview. I like seeing the right guns in movies because I shoot them myself & it really takes away from a movie if it has guns that were'nt invented at the time the movie takes place. That made Monte Walsh real special like Crossfire Trail.

Enness Arnold
Willcox, AZ
USA
19 Jan 2003
65.162.77.178
RE: MONTE WALSH: You smoked em again Tom! Thanks for the ride!

Robert E. Coffin
Redondo Beach, CA
USA
19 Jan 2003
68.68.208.84
... The only venue left today where the way of the Cowboy,Gunfighters and Settlers that helped to shape this country seems to be Western Films. Whether we like it or not it is a part of our Heritage and Past. It seems that many of the different types of Movies being made today are going in circles to find something Bigger, Better and more Spectactular than the last one. While I enjoy Special effects as much as the next Guy. And there is nothing better than a good Sci-Fi or a High Speed chase to keep you on the edge of your seat. But when the weekend comes and I have time to stay home and try to catch something on the Dish I always find myself searching for a Western. To me the western is entertaining for the whole family, it offers something for all. And with all the research of our Past History that is available today and infinite wealth of untouched material awaits us to create Great Western Movies. Thanks for the Forum to express my 2 cents.

P.A.W.
Buffalo, Wy.
USA
19 Jan 2003
04:38:47
204.227.204.142
Monte Walsh was wonderful!! I love westerns with great stories, we need more of them in today's world instead of all this junk that is on TV and at the movies. Thank You very much TNT and Tom Selleck, I live in Wyoming and love the open spaces and where else can I drive to work and see a huge herd of antelope, Deer and Bald Eagles fly overhead!! PAW.

Debi Willson
Casper, wyo.
USA
19 Jan 2003
65.125.142.113
Bravo Tom Selleck for providing an accurate portrayal of the turn of the century cowboy, it's not often that a person born and raised in that lifestyle feels that hollywood ever hits a home run, you Mr. Selleck knocked the ball out of the park as Monte Walsh!!!!

Mel Milliron
West Farmington, OH
USA
19 Jan 2003
04:27:20
152.163.189.234
I Shoulda been a cowboy. I watched Monte Walsh THREE times.Best Cowboy movie I ever watched.My wife said I was born 100 years too late.

Laurie
Mascoutah, Illinois
USA
19 Jan 2003
207.206.177.160
What a great weekend of movies on TNT. I enjoyed watching "Monte Walsh" all three nights. I had waited I believe a year to watch since I first heard of it coming out. It seemed to get better each time. I enjoyed getting to know the characters. Great Movie!!! Thanks!

Ann Marie
LAkeSide, Az
USA
19 Jan 2003
65.73.251.37
I'd like to see Tom Selleck make more movies with Sam Elliott

Mike Ellis
Millstadt, ILL
USA
19 Jan 2003
205.188.209.109
Tom, Many thanks for a great Show!!!! Monte Walsh is worth watching over and over. You brought back the spirit of the west. Which is the real spirit of our country. Please keep them coming. A True Fan; Mike Ellis

Edd Miller
Atlanta, GA
USA
19 Jan 2003
205.188.209.109
RE: MONTE WALSH - I watched all four showings of this great movie. I'm addicted to it, I must say. How a man feels at mid life, continuing to do what he knows and enjoys and not wanting to change with the times is a feeling shared among many, I'm sure. Tom plays this role perfectly, without exception, and deserves the praise he has received for this piece - and has garnered my full respect for the TV screen.

Heather
Findlay, oh
USA
19 Jan 2003
24.210.249.178
THANK YOU THOMAS! I have always been a huge Magnum fan, and I never miss a chance to see him in action. Westerns are so cool too! Growing up, I always loved John Wayne and Jimmy Stewart. Tom Selleck just seems to have filled that void that they left so well!

Buzz
Jamestown, NC
USA
19 Jan 2003
24.163.11.68
Well....I not only don't own a horse, I really can't even ride one, and I live more or less "back East". Still, I love a Western film. It symbolizes something that is central to the American spirit. ...Nothing comes close to portraying the human condition in film like a good cowboy movie. No other nation on Earth has a rich culture to draw from as we do. Sadly, Hollywood prefers films with fast cars, automatic weapons, near total nudity, and plenty of bad language. ...Is the Western dead? No, it may be ailing, but it is far from dead. Now more than ever we need them. They stir something inside of us, something very dear to all of us, and something that is uniquely ours. If Hollywood will make them, I'll saddle up and ride out to see them.

Shelly Kolle
Inez, Texas
USA
19 Jan 2003
63.84.63.99
Born and raised on a Texas ranch, my husband and I loved watching Monte Walsh. The authenticity of the westerns, like Lonesome Dove (unsurpassed), is so important when we watch. You just seem to forget that the actor is not really the character he portrays and Monte Walsh did that. Also, my husband, a true cowboy, made the comment that Tom Selleck rides as well as any actor he's seen, that he rides "without fear". You might like to further authenticate the set by having the pole corral (in the breaking broncs scene) have poles that are axe cut, not cut with a chain saw, and the saddle horn on the saddle when Tom rode the bay horse had a rubber wrap on it. Don't think they had rubber back then. These things might be trivial to y'all, but it's just a few things we noticed about the movie. It was a really beautiful movie, very clever and downright funny. Then right when you weren't expecting it you'd have your heart in your throat. Very good...please make some more.

Scott Walker
Morristown, TN
USA
19 Jan 2003
64.12.96.237
I would like to say I grew up watching westerns every Saturday morning with my dad. It is great to see that someone is trying to stay true to the meaning of what a cowboy really is. Someone willing to give their life for what they believe in. I can't wait for Tom Selleck's next western. Good Luck and GOD bless. Keep your dream alive.

Damaris Fish
Vernal, UT
USA
19 Jan 2003
65.114.248.148
I'd like to encourage Hollywood to make more - well done - Westerns. The "Western" setting is every bit as valid a setting for adventure stories as outer space or the inner city. Yes, I agree with a lot of the other commenters here that we would benefit from some of the good things about the Myth of the West being revived and promoted. I would support doing westerns with today's perspectives, with historical research: not ignoring the disenfranchised or glamorizing and glossing over the realities of the 'western experience'. That said, I think it ought to be able to be done tastefully though. Sure there was plenty of violence, etc. ... making for a real challenge to do it well. Producing programs that have a potential for character-building effects comes with a social responsibility. Thanks for this forum. Discussion of the past & our heritage (the West as lived by real people, and the West as portrayed in literature, music and films) is important. We learn from eachother to help us put things in perspective. An informed and educated audience is a real partner to the entertainment industry. Don't underestimate us nor take us for granted.

Charles Peach
Southington, Ct
USA
19 Jan 2003
64.252.33.184
I enjoyed watching Monte Walsh very much. I also appreciated TNT's western weekend devoting the three nights to western movies. I am an avid fan of westerns, horses, and the cowboy way of life. Monte Walsh helped to portray that way of life once more. Tom Selleck plays a good cowboy. His characters are believable people, similar to the Sam Elliott westerns such as Conagher and The Quick and The Dead. Somebody in Hollywood should be paying attention I'm sure not every saga of the old west has been told.

Floyd Miller
Ia
USA
19 Jan 2003
206.72.23.178
More Tom Selleck westerns. Gotta love them. There are many stories he could do justice to. Did I say more westerns? A very important item is to be true to period pieces such as the guns, town layouts and dress.

Rosey Dosch
Hecla, SD
USA
19 Jan 2003
64.68.180.215
I think Hollywood should make more westerns because it takes you back to those days. after watching Monte Walsh I daydreamed all day about the good old days and how I wish I could've lived back then. That is an end of an era that we will never have again. Thank you for bringing it to my living room.

Mark Dudrow
Stephens City, VA
USA
19 Jan 2003
208.155.75.4
Monte Walsh - a wonderful, wonderful, movie. could watch it again and again. Tom Selleck is great as usual.

Dale Heiserman
Lawrence, KS
USA
19 Jan 2003
24.124.87.87
My favorite movies are Westerns. I have loved them since childhood when I used to play cowboy and indian with my friends. Western flavored movies tend to be believeable and have good story background. Please, let's have more of them.

Kathy
Creston, CA
USA
19 Jan 2003
64.12.96.237
Thank you so much for feeding those of us that are starving for westerns, especially good ones. My heartfelt thanks for spending you own money Mr. Selleck to authinticate the saddles, associated tack and attire. Refreshing, heart gripping, the theme expressed what all of us that still cowboy feel. Keep bringing them and I'll keep watching. 3rd night of Monte Walsh is tonite and I will watch again!

Melodee Thomson
Glendale, CA
USA
19 Jan 2003
24.205.49.22
I so loved this story, characters, the wit of the script and those that played it. The scenery was incredible. Tom (Selleck) and Michael (Brandman) thanks for bringing more "West" and more of the unspoken values we have all but lost today. (By the way, Rosie (O'Donnell) is an idiot.)

BeverlyHarris
Heiskell, TN
USA
19 Jan 2003
64.12.96.76
Hollywood needs to follow Tom Selleck's lead!!!!!!!!

JOHNNIE L HINES
GREENWOOD, IN.
USA
19 Jan 2003
64.12.96.237
More Tom Selleck movies and alike, what detail and scenery. GREATTT!!! This is the type that schould be on the BIG screen but!!!!!!! Thank you so much TOM and all.

Pat Hofmann
Louisville, KY
USA
19 Jan 2003
65.58.88.62
The image and reality of life in the West has withstood the test of time and Hollywood for a reason. The settling of the west had more to do with with being true to yourself, family and friends than showdowns at High Noon. Movies like Monte Walsh, Crossfire Trail, and even tv shows like Bonanza have born out this truth. Quality is quality and that is what the mature movie audience deserves to see.

Woody Woodruff
Centerville, Tn
USA
19 Jan 2003
207.65.228.190
After watching Monte Walsh I'm glad to say that again Tom Selleck has brought the cowboy to life. A person has to appreciate the type of western he chooses to become part of. These are no longer the old shootem up westerns we knew as kids. But instead seemingly true to life westerns. The charcters,the tack, the clothing,the buildings and by all means the countryside all play a major role in the westerns he plays in. A word of thanks must also go to whoever chooses the other members of the cast. These actors are no longer someone that is put there just to help draw a crowd,(with no disrepect to the likes of Ricky Nelson, Sammy Davis Jr. or Johnny Cash and etc.)but instead seem to be actors picked to protray the part. For this I am so thankful. Thanks to all who brought Monte Walsh to us . Hopefully one day Hollywood will see the light and make many many more of these great classics. Yes I do mean classics, not just actors shooting and riding a horse.

Dennis Ashley
Belton , S. C.
USA
19 Jan 2003
152.163.189.234
Would love to see more good westerns of the type like Lonesome Dove and Monte Walsh. I think they reflect the way the west must have been instead of the old Roy Rogers type films.

Florian Roehrich
Bowman, nd
USA
19 Jan 2003
12.23.184.169
The Western takes us to a time of good and bad, right and wrong. The lines are not nearly as blurred as our contemperary (heroes?). We need that sense of right and wrong, as a country and as a world. Pollyanna? maybe, but I really think not. TNT, Tom, Thank You, Thank you.

Kandi Alexander
Montello, Wi.
USA
19 Jan 2003
209.83.9.102
Thank you to Tom Selleck, Simon Wincer and TNT for the superb "Monte Walsh". I thoroughly enjoyed every minute of it though it was difficult to watch at times. It was as if I was personally watching the death of my favorite era in American history. The performances were great and the locations spectacular. I laughed and I cried-now THAT's movie-making. I can't wait for the next western film.

Anna Mae H
Auburndale, FL
USA
19 Jan 2003
24.26.11.131
Even if you aren't a fan of westerns, Monte Walsh was thoroughly enjoyable. Kudos to Tom Selleck on another wonderful performance.

West Seneca , new york
USA
19 Jan 2003
205.188.209.109
This is to thank Tom Selleck for making these wonderful westerns.You are a true Hero to my son who loves being a cowboy.

Mike
Manteca, Ca
USA
19 Jan 2003
165.247.224.225
Well Pilgrim; I believe we have someone to carry the Western Movie into the 21st century,thanks to Tom Selleck.His movie portrayal of Monte Walsh was first rate and due a 3rd watching tonite. any movie that will make my 9 year old grandson put down his Gameboy has to be good.

ANGELA MEDINA
ALAMOSA, CO
USA
19 Jan 2003
66.113.12.65
I HAVE BEEN WATCHING TNT WESTERN MARATHON AND WATCHED MONTE WALSH WITH TOM SELLECK AND I LOVE THE TRADITIONAL COWBOY MOVIES WHERE A GUN- FIGHT IN THE MIDDLE OF TOWN AT HIGH-NOON AND A DEATH HAPPENS WITHOUT BLOOD EVERYWHERE YOU JUST SEE A SPOT ON THE SHIRT. ALSO THE CATTLE DRIVING COWBOYS AND THIER ADVENTURES OOHH JUST LOVE THEM....

Ennis
Summerville, SC
USA
18 Jan 2003
24.214.122.79
Terrific movie! Tom Selleck and the entire cast was marvelous. The scenery was outstanding. The only possible improvement on a movie of this type would have been to have Sam Elliott play some role in it. PLEASE...more movies of this type.

Donna Guffey
Maryville, Tn
USA
18 Jan 2003
65.137.119.21
Just finished watching Monte Walsh....and I must say I don't think I've ever enjoyed a movie more than I have this one.....On a scale from one to ten....this one has to be an eleven! Tom Selleck has done it again.....and please, Mr. Selleck, continue on and on and on....with movies like this....how can they say Westerns are Dead? He is doing on the screen, what my sisters and I and other artists are doing with the music of the west!

Melinda Cormier
Modesto, CA
USA
18 Jan 2003
12.81.19.242
Yes,I would like to see many more westerns such as Lonesome Dove, Monte Walsh, etc. they are great!

Matthew Webb
Fackler, AL
USA
18 Jan 2003
192.68.112.110
"My Oh My" [Monte Walsh was] One Heck of a Movie. So refreshing to see something real. Congrats to Tom Selleck and the cast.

Virginia Colburn
Quartzsite, Az.
USA
18 Jan 2003
66.185.238.175
Good Job!! Monte Walsh was a very good film. We need more of this kind of films.

Becky Sherrill
Ruidoso, New Mexico
USA
18 Jan 2003
68.114.188.90
Hi!!! I watched "Monte Walsh" last night TWICE and I'm watching it again as I write...This movie is totally AWSOME!!! I give it a AAA+ and 10 stars! It will definitely go down in history as one of the classics...Tom ( or should I say MR. Selleck) you and your crew DID GOOD! Keep up the good work! We LOVE IT!

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