I hope to instill in them the need to preserve the church of the great outdoors, to paraphrase Del Que. How ironic that it is Jeremiah Johnson that would connect us. Theres never any attempt by Johnson to actively go after the Crow once hed settled the score with the raiding party, so it seems pretty unlikely to me he was holding a grudge. For that matter, the US Rockies play a second fiddle to the steep, loose, icy faces of the Canadian Rockies. Acted like they was gut-shot. Susan, Im sorry to hear about your husband. Lord hope it be a white man. I looked over at him and said something profound like this sucks. If I may, there are so many who would never and will never read this on a computerWaaagh! Classic Good Looks Hatchet . Question: When bear claw says whats on the spit? JJ: You alright? Paints his shirt surely wound have had some fore knowledge of jj and his reputation which was what? Script-o-rama transcript of the screenplay, Six Essential Skills that Marketers Can Teach Academics. 4. Best movie EVER! An example of data being processed may be a unique identifier stored in a cookie. It was obvious they took it to the core of their being as well. Excellent cinematography, wonderful music score, just the right quality and amount of dialogue ( Pollack was a quality director who knew when to shut up and let the vision on the screen do the talkingand the beautiful landscape of southern Utah do a lot of the talking!). Peace, XHTML: You can use these tags: . If we take a knee and bow to anyone, let it be to God Almighty and never to man, that He may keep and Bless our exceptional Republic. 4. Over the years Ive rewatched it many times and cant resist quoting it when it seems to fit. Give me a good horse and a Hawkin gun, and a good Native woman and the ability to build a damn cabin, and I could stay here forever. There is so much to like about it. I told my pap and mam I was coming to the mountains to trap and be a mountain man. Im not sure where those icons come from actually I thought I had anything like that turned off and just noticed they have numbers on them. Not like jj . You aint likely to meet up with someone of my good nature. They rode Harleys and drove WWII surplus Jeeps, and owned their own construction and repair businesses. I really need to get this line right..which is it? You couldnt go no better. Axes and hatchets are both designed to chop wood. The linseed oil provides water resistance and increased durability when exposed to the elements.. Watch your topknot Ill have to put Legends of the Fall on my watchlist Ive heard the title, but thats it. When JJ gets back to discover Swan and Caleb slain. You cannot improve on perfection. I see various versions online, but to answer this one, my wife and I listened to that line about four times with our ears up to the speaker and we both agree that it is: Ride due west as the sun sets. That is fantastic! Horses were having trouble. What a brilliant film, I cant imagine anyone else in the roles of JJ or that of Bearclaw. The second half of the phrase is often used by itself, and forms the title of the 1945 film Keep Your Powder Dry as well as Margaret Mead's 1942 book And Keep Your Powder Dry: An Anthropologist Looks at America. Because of course the screenplay is the screenplay, not necessarily what the actor actually said. I have watched Jeremiah Johnson over 200 times my highscool quote was keep your nose in the wind and your eye along the skyline. Hit us during the formative years I guess. And then besides that, since I finally took the time to take these down, I need to put them somewhere where Ill remember them. And who knows? I use that quote often. Thank you !!! Watch yer topknot. Of course doesnt understand women. If you don't like them, YouTube is just one click away. Oh no, Greg, I wouldnt miss that one. Bear Claw. 2 + 3 are part of the same scene. These include the 1943 book of Margaret Mead; "And Keep Your Powder Dry; An Anthropologist Looks at America" as well as the 1945 movie "Keep Your Powder Dry". Usually its my wife wanting to complain about something. 2. She never did get used to him., Do you speak any English? Get in line on that one bear claw. Yours truly, Hatchet Jack." "I am Bearclaw Chris Lapp, blood kin to the grizzer that bit Jim Bridger's ass. Had an opportunity to tromp around the woods in western N.Y. for a few hours over the holidays. Most times when I see a hawk on the wing, which is fairly often, I think of how long it will take it to get to the Musselshell even though Im over 1,000 miles away. Now you watch your topknot! To be honest, i never thought anyone would read this post. Blackfeet vs Crow vs Flathead is the old enemy of my enemy is my friend thing. Great to read all the quotes as I am again watching the movie. We lost my mom to Alzheimers in 2014. Favorite movie of all time . WASATCH CHARLIE, Meanest bitch that ever balled for beads kinda rolls off the tongue too, lol. Its to the point that sons and daughters, and grandsons and granddaughters have seen it and join in with their favorite quotes. Just a great movie I can quote every worddrives my wife and ex. File from the back of the axe head, toward the edge and out. I can out jump, out run, throw down, drag out and whip any man in old Kaintuck. I recommend it, too. I discovered JJ at the dollar theater while in Ann Arbor in 73-75. And there aint no churches excepting for this right here. When we camp, half the party . Thank you for your service to our history! My best Buddy, Roy, and I frequently refer to lines in the movie, JJ. I came upon this site looking for the Del soliloquy for no particular reason it just popped into my head. Swans father speaks French, why does Swan speak Flathead? Like many of the others, Ive seen this movie too many times to count. So many things going on, my feeble grasp of the English language doesnt allow me to describe it. Jeremiah asks if the Indians did it. Can you explain with other words? Here in Ecuador you might run across (and I have on both two wheels and four) a group of Llama. Compact, concealable, and multipurpose these are valuable cutting tools. The end is no fun. Thats the way the screenplay has it written. Apparently, I read the character it was based on did move out of the mountains and ended up in San Fransisco or something. Upgraded to the magnificent Film Score Monthly CD edition, with stacks of extra music and demos, plus an informative colour booklet and track notes. Jeremiah Johnson Top Westerns Definitions by the largest Idiom Dictionary. I wonder if the Crow disliked the Blackfeet as much as the Flatheads did? Darn right. Legend has it that the Crow sent 18 or 19 braves to settle their dispute. Unforgiven Post army I moved to the west slope of Colorado. The one that rattles through my mind. 51 now i watch it every chance i have . I repeat them relentlessly mostly to the deaf ears of the pilgrims in our society. But only one brave made it out. Great film! Keep in mind that the movie is loosely based on two books. KEEP YOUR POWDER DRY - Cambridge English Dictionary Meaning of keep your powder dry in English keep your powder dry idiom to wait before taking action, but be ready to take action if it is necessary: I think some potential candidates are going to keep their powder dry and see how it's playing out. Alamo There went another hour. This heres his story., I, Hatchet Jack, bein of sound mind and broke legs do hereby leaveth my bear rifle to whatever finds it. 2nd comment, you forgot the best quote ever. Flathead and Ute gentle and peaceful. This movie touched my soul at such a deep level even though I first watched it as a young girl. The challenge, I think, for a translator is the flavor rather than the strict meaning. But the Great Rocky Mountains are far more fearsome, and still today. Thank you for such a fine story and please allow me to regurgitate your witty prose from time to time. I dont usually get so any comments on my little blog. How bout, Scar up and hair over, was that in JJ? Nobody knows where abouts he come from and it dont seem to matter much. Gentlemen, I am honored that you have chosen to have this conversation on my crappy little blog! Jeremiah has my heart! One phrase I often use that seems to have been missed is when Del Gue says to JJ I TOLD MY MAMMY AND PAPPY I WAS GOING TO THE MOUNTAINS TO BE A MOUNTAIN MAN THEY LOOKED LIKE THEY HAD BEEN GUT SHOT. So lets start with the strict meaning. One flew a clunky single engine Cessna in and out of his pasture. Cant see why nobody mentioned cant cheat the mountain. That holds true today. My boss and I cast several editions, and he proudly kept one on the mantel over his fireplace, alongside a kerosene lamp and an antique lever action Winchester. Winters a long time going, huh?, Stays long this high. I aint used to it., Maybe you best go down to a town. I just recently returned from a trip to Yellowstone, Grand Tetons and Glacier Felt the presence of Jeremiah throughout. Whether you need to clear a trail or chop firewood, the Gransfors is perfectly balanced and holds its edge very well. picky) about what you eat? In other words, Sit down, shut up and join me.. I have a question. This colloquial expression, which originally alluded to keeping gunpowder dry so that it would ignite, has been used figuratively since the 1800s but today is less common than take care. The arrow in the doorway at the cabin after Swan and Caleb are killed appears to have the same markings as the arrow we see when Johnson first meets Paints His Shirt Red with Bearclaw (I havent tried to compare). My son in law and I connect thru this movie. I know who you are, the same dumb pilgrim Ive been listening to for 20 days and smellin for three. 1. I asked for it on DVD from my gals daughters one not too long ago Christmas, and though I was itching to watch it, I just felt it would be a blasphemy and a tragedy all in one, with ANYONE to talk over any part of it, or the phone to ring, or any kind of disturbance whatsoever. Since he traded his squaw whom he packed for 10 years for one. Keep good care of your hair. Ever get lonesome Its one of my favorite movies and will be a classic forever. watchin it now. One of the first documented use cases of the expression came from 1834. Thanks Derek and yes I dont have a problem with remaking Jumanji, but I dont think JJ could ever be done better. I paid almost $80.00 for the CD of the soundtrack a few years ago. When Im hunting and the silence in the woods is defeaning(sp) I find myself thinking about JJ. "Put your trust in God," he told his troops, "but keep your powder dry." Wet gunpowder was very difficult to ignite, and with it a soldier would in effect be unarmed. To me, everything after Swan and Caleb die feels like a long sad epilogue to a fundamentally happy movie about a bitter veteran who finds peace. A true masterpiece that should NEVER be remade. Id seen Redford as Jeremiah Johnson and thought to do a sculpture of a mountain man to sell in the galleries. wives mad.. Ive got the prettiest gal, the fastest horse, and the ugliest dog this side of hell. Perfect finish. keep their powder dry phrase. I too have seen it way more times than a sane man should. Favorite quote would be Cant cheat the mountain pilgrim. I get a tingle up my spine just thinking of that. It is a statement that would remind us that faith in God does not make one irrational or irresponsible. And Rand keeps telling me that Im pretty cocky for a starvin pilgrim. This started a tumultuous relationship with one of the many grizzled mountain men that has so permanently carved out who I am today. How could a Jeremiah Johnson quotes page only get two shares on Facebook. Lord hope it be a white man. 5. Its hard to hear them, but they ring true to how people saw things then (I suppose actually on the mild end). And finally, he does. Be prepared and save your resources until they are needed. Watch yourn. Keep your nose in the wind, and your eyes on the skyline. Then later, after be sets his beaver traps for the day with Caleb and shaves . Yep. I could never find any tracks in a womans heart When you're on the march, act the way you would if you was sneaking up on a deer. Jeremiah Johnson This story is based on the truth, with a bit of mountain lore thrown in for our enjoyment. Good the Bad and the Ugly The way we met was riding pen back at a sale barn in Colorado. Hi Jim. My favorite: Del Gues parting shotLove this! As for the idea of Johnson making peace with Paints His Shirt Red, why not? Wamped up some beans and franks, headed to the Lamar River to wash the pot outstopped, realizing I was in bear country (Griz), and went to bed. Knowing the amazing heart-felt movie that follows those perfectly poetic descriptive lyrics always creates an emotional experience for me while watching the opening sequence. But I still love that line, My wife has early onset dementia. Love to see other people fell the same about movie . I need to go back there soon! Its Grown particular? which actually makes sense (Crow in particular doesnt make logical sense). That should be on the list, though I usually quote a similar line from earlier in the movie where Bearclaw says, The mountains got its own ways.. Ben, I always hoped Paints gesture was a peace offering,an olive branch and JJs return wave was acceptance. My life is filled with quotes from the movie. He settled for a 30, but damn, it was a genuine Hawkin. Not used to it. Not as soon as you can find em. I personally think the best is the last without saying anything when paints himself red and Jeremiah extend hands and that look on Jeremiah s face now thats priceless. Like many on here, I am around 60, and I first saw the movie as a young teenager. My wife says I ended up combining a bit of all three live in the mountains in a national park, was a ranger (albeit not exactly the kind Aragorn was) and, though no wizard, was a loremaster (aka full-time historian for 20+ years) like Gandalf, with a knack for reading old manuscripts. His not saying tryin'. Bc oh boy are you sure that you can skin griz? Is that one actually missing from my list? Best Overall Hatchet: Grnsfors Bruk Wildlife Hatchet. March maybe, I dont believe April. Thats a real insider quote you need to know the context. As in have you become particular about what you eat since I last saw you?, Ah I just cant pick *a* favorite. Like everyone else, Ive seen this movie more than any other. Indeed. I dont speak any Flathead you know. The sharper the blade, the easier it will be to use it, with less risk of getting a glancing cut in your fingertips. As for the other, not sure there either. Anyway, I am dead. I was stopping the film and using the subtitles to help, so thats probably why I got that wrong. That is both sad and sweet. And it took me a second, but yeah, that Jackson Browne song would have been a major high school anthem for both of us. I think thats it. So dont bother me. Learn more. His brother owned a small fly-by-night bronze foundry for western art, and thats where I took a job to pay for schooling. Somebody else might enjoy them. From a time. The prospect makes me shudder. Thats a true statement. I was muttering quotes, when chances arose. Some I cant believe I missed. I have no aspirations to hurt anyone (in fact, I aspire to hurt no one as much as possible). Gee i dont know. File until the blade edge is beginning to feel sharp again, and any chips or nicks in the edge have been eliminated. I start sharp, keep an eye on it, but usually just touch it up during lunch with a stone, and do fine. Continue with Recommended Cookies. I think the sparse dialogue is part of what makes the movie great. Del to Jeremiah.if you turn down this gift theyll split you, me, Caleb and the horses from crotch to eyeball with a dull deer antler, I think a lot of us feel that way. So perhaps rural Sweden in the 1800s. Not sure, my memory is a little worse than bad. Im an old fart, so youngish when the movie was made. I dont care how many times its on, I have to watch. Many times Ive used the never lost, been a might confused for a month or two line when driving with the wife, and many others. Bc you two know each other? I havent see The Revenant, but I still plan to steal your line if I get the chance. This phrase was uttered by Oliver Cromwell in 1642, when his regiment was about to attack the enemy at the battle of Edgehill. I have and always will love this movie since I first saw it the summer before the Army (1973). The other. Cant say whats happened behind me though. Long live the tale, and the men who believe what it says. Its not only the words he saysbut the non verbal language. One thing he held true and always will, is he never broke ground, because he was a rancher, not a lowly farmer. l plan to be here a long time and l do not want them down on me.. We wanted moreso we all checked out the book from the library, one gal at a time. Sorry it took so long to respond, but yes too many to mention. Im not home now. DQ: Sure, sure. JJ IS one of the top FIVE BEST westerns ever made. So when someone asks if I find it inconvenient living out here, I say Ive been to a town, Del.. Reginald I had never thought it might be remade. . Del is buried to his neck. Its proper width & adventurous spirit of a young man. Cold up here., Avalanche took the cabin. My son and I have watched this movie countless times and it is our favorite. The mountains got its own ways., I swear, a womans breast is the hardest rock the Almighty ever made on this earth and I can find no sign on it., Didnt put enough dirt down. Myself and my two older brothers were treated to this movie in the theatre by my Dad. Your fine efforts have generated a quote or two right here that I feel are worthy of repeating. And , What a full time night woman? Im sorry pilgrim., March maybe. the one Jim just quoted: Saw it right off. That one gets used a lot around the house. I retired to Ecuador six years ago. Tombstone, I love Dels lines, but especially the ones about the Rockies being the marrow of the earth. My favorite is when JJ asks BC if hes ever been lost, BC says never lost, been a might confused for a month or two. Made in Sweden, the Gransfors Bruks hatchet features a 4-inch rugged steel blade which is unbelievable sharp right out of the box. "Trust in God and keep your powder dry" is a maxim attributed to Oliver Cromwell, but whose first appearance in print was in 1834 in the poem "Oliver's Advice" by William Blacker, with the words "Put your trust in God, my boys, and keep your powder dry!" One of my favorite parts is when Jeremiah is lying on the ground after being shot at and is watching his horses reaction in order to tell where his attacker is and when hes about to attack again. It was so stunning to me that right after that he shaved off his beard.for her! He answers. This is sooo cool. Loved it and all the comments, Thank you for the blog that I just stumbled across and enjoyed reading. i was around 13 yrs old fist time i seen it keep your powder dry Take care of yourself; be prepared. Same here. What do these sentences mean? All the responses here from strangers are one of those things that makes me love the internet. The way that you wander is the way that you choose; Temporarily. The greenhorn is certain he should be accepted, although hes still a little doubtful. Miss the mountains of Colorado but not the crowds on the trails. Well, I recently turned 50 myself. Watch your topknot. Lord . I still watch it regularly. One thing that always bothered me was the ending when saw the chief and they gave a kind of wave Left me wondering, was it a truce, a challenge, etc.? . I dont think theres anything particularly obscure about the passages you mention, so they should be translatable. He also values them less than he values a good Hawken rifle. Ben confirms that above as well in the comments. Hes 23 now and everytime we part I say watch your top knot, and he always replies, yep watch yorn. the natures couldnt get them below, Tryin? It still rates as a top all timer, but for me, it waxes and wanes between Its A Wonderful Life and Jeremiah Johnson, and for many a year, now, it is JJ, all the way. However, the two require vastly different actions. Why is he coming down river? You neglected to mention one of the best . We and our partners use cookies to Store and/or access information on a device. Some just dont resonate with me, but they might with you. Im an old man now with a doctoral degree and years of historical scholarship published in multiple languages, and as I look at their book again I see solid research grounded in primary source accounts. I read the book, and I did the sculpture barechested, buckskin breeks, bowie knife in a large fist. Tom thanks for keeping the wonder and wisdom of Jeremiah Johnson alive for all of us. Watch the movie. At what would later become Robert Redfords Sundance Ski Resort. My friends Geoff and Billy and I were 9 years old when it came out and we pretty much wanted to model our lives after Jeremiah. I really had no idea how many of us were in this club! For the time you took to give me such an thoroughly and good answer. The following isnt a movie line, but a memorable portion of the theme song that I have always liked: I was only a year old when it was released. when JJ and griz see the the first indian jj saw later in the movie jj asks griz what did he say and griz says he said your fishin has improved, Another good one. But when I was there the only real reason to watch your top knot would be weather related, such as avalanche. The mountain does not care why we came. I quote it all the time. And im pretty positive thats the right quote. We see an arrow with what looks like Paints his shirt reds mark on it. Two thoughts to ponder. Its when Bearclaw says A womans breast is the hardest rock that the almighty ever made, and i can find no sign, on it. DQ: No ones passed by in front of me. [2] I can tell you that Dels common sense was wrong, the Rockies are foothills to the Andes, at least as regards height. Could be the old adage the enemy of my enemy is my friend. Turn left at the Rocky Mountains. Then, of course, he asks what month it is, which always gets me. As a young romantic, Casablanca was my favorite flick. 3. I am closer to my Rocky Mountain roots, Kansas, than before but still not there. He scowled sternly, with a sun weathered smirk and without losing pace, announced loudly Some folks like it, farmers mostly! To which I guffawed, pointed and said Jeremiah Johnson! This dispute took nearly 18 years to hash out. Its in there. What's the origin of the phrase 'Keep your powder dry'? Have watched it ever since especially with some Army buddies who were like minded. Just found this site. Of course youre right it would have been a lesser movie, but I also understand the sentiment. Never seen it. Made with Love in Reverie. Saw it right off. I stumbled upon your blog looking for a quick quote and spent my morning coffee hour reading the ENTIRE post. My gal pals and I saw the film when it was first released in 72 (we were in high school). By God I are a mountain man and Ill live until an arrow or a bullet finds me and then Ill leave my bones right here on this great map of the magnificent[rides into silence], Not about feeding. Thank you. . I am so amazed at how much response this post has gotten and to find how many of us there are out there! I feel a little ashamed lurking around your website, although it gives me fond memories of my life and the paths of people who I have crossed, who like me and your other readers are so endeared to this story. I have to add Ive been to a town, Del. Because I live an hours drive from the nearest stop light and grocery store and two hours from the nearest city with national brands (Target, Wal-Mart, etc), but I have lived in cities. Whats he shouting at? Were burning daylight. We finally watched The Cowboys together and then she got the joke. Also maybe the All the comments you all have made are like coming home. Only objection I have about your postingdont need to be male to love the movie or the outdoors. Thats how I hear it. Ill dig out the dvd when I get back. I was born in 54 and the movie still haunts me to this day. Whether you keep your hatchet sharp or dull comes down to personal preference. Couple of little things. Just last year, I mandated a family viewing. He says hell be very happy, i mean pre contentivic.. what is that word, voltreveal and Maybe you and the boy best come with me now, take you down to the judith, put you on a ferry. Sounds close, but not quite right. To the extent that I can sing anything at all, that is. He stopped someone in the street and asked the best way out of town. Favourite lines, The same dumb pilgrim that Ive been hearing for 20 days & smelling for 3 By the way, I liken this first dialogue of the movie to a famous bit of John Muir dialogue. He also quoted A River Runs Through It, chapter and verse. Poetic book, nature loving, but the connection is obvious. To which we will spend a few minutes discussing our favorite parts of the story. Ive never thought Paints His Shirt Red was there, but rather that he wanted to make sure Johnson knew where the attack came from, so had one of his braves leave his calling card as it has been called. Lucky they were Crow, Apache would have sent 50 at once. next to Buffalo Bills grandson. Myself and a few buddies saw this at the theaters when it came out cant tell you how many times some of went back to see it several times. JJ definitely broke the rules by taken the soldiers through, and he knew there would be some kind of pay back, but he and I both underestimated Paints vengeance. In Ive updated it. I first saw this movie with my dad in the theater. Trusting God does not relieve the soldier of the duty to have a fully functioning firearm. To view the purposes they believe they have legitimate interest for, or to object to this data processing use the vendor list link below. You two know each other!? I simplify, I know, but the point being that these matters easily become sufficient to war. Del Gue is so politically incorrect that I dont think he could exist in a Hollywood film today. Anyway, I was going to ask people to put clothes one or two favorite quotes. Cool story. Del Gue sniffing.Jeremiah.you can smell those savages ? Native Americans are special people, we could all learn something from them. Born in 65 (when Jackson Browne was 17, I guess). Have to send link to email buddy as its reassuring there are many of us. When done sharpening, rinse the surface of the stone with water to clear the metal filings. Tom, I feel the same way. Jeremiah Johnson is a magnificently poetic work of art film about a magnificently fierce mountain man called liver-eatin Johnson. No idea how many visitors I get or anything like that. It is probably the only movie I ever saw multiple times in the pre-VCR days, not counting The Wizard of Oz, because it came on TV every year and my sister was a big fan. One of our favorite quotes from Jeremiah himself, Ought to have been different., Elk dont know how many feet a horse has. . JJ: Whats happened to your face The expression grew popular in the 19 th century, with several uses of the phrase emerging in the 1900's in various contexts.. St. Louis wouldve been a likely dropping off point but theres no mountains there. He may not be totally accepted until Paints waves? Ive been hiking the AT the last couple of days and one Quote from the movie has been stuck in my head, but I dont know if I got it right. As far as Flat Head vs Crow vs Blackfeet. Do you think this is intentional and we are to believe that Paints his shirt red was the murderer of Johnsons family? Legends of the Fall Imagine 18 years of sleeping with one eye open. The Outlaw Josey Wales Keep your nose to the wind, your powder dry, and your machete sharp! Cuencanolenny you are of course right and Del is, of course, wrong. It has turned out to be a great joy to find out how 50 years after the fact, there are still so many people who are moved by the film. Grown particular is correct, as you said. ..acted like they wuz gutshotthey said , Son, make yer life grow here. He was lookin for a Hawkin gun, 50 caliber or better. Among JJ, my all time favorites include: Many of us hunt with traditional muzzleloaders and black powder, still. Werent no griz left anyway., Would you happen to know what month of the year it is?, No, I I truly wouldnt. Were far from services. In other words, the language of the movie is meant to feel like the dialect of the long-gone West. back then,being crazy was an asset !!! Regarding going after Paints, as the chief or leader of the Crow clan, he must have been a formidable warrior, so no guarantee of a favorable outcome if JJ did go after him, and, if he did kill him, that wouldnt necessarily be the end of it.
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