John Wayne plays the part of Quirt Evans, a shootist and gun for hire. He is mortally wounded and is nursed back to health by a Quaker family. Because of their pacifistic beliefs, Quirt is forced to reexamine his life choices and philosophies as he falls in love with their young daughter. Intending to turn over a new leaf, Quirt has his new lifestyle repeatedly challenged by his past constantly raising its ugly head. A solid 7 out of 10.