So, June 1959, premiere at the Astor theater in mid town NY. I took the subway down to Time Square ( 8th Avenue A train ) to go to the opening. I arrived late and the film had just started, so I missed the show outside the theater. I don't remember who was there, but I expect that John Wayne had to be present, as I wouldn't have gone down there for any other reason. All that remained outside the theater was two rows of mounted cavalry troops facing each other creating a walkway for the special guests to enter. My first trip on the subway and the first of many more. After numerous viewings I came to the conclusion that Bill Holden's part was irritating.