Western is a very entertaining movie genre that was most popular in the middle of the 20th century. The directors who have created exemplary Western films are Sergio Leone, John Houston, Clint Eastwood and John Ford. But there are also a couple of contemporary films that may be of interest to the viewer.
The most interesting westerns - list: “Unforgiven”
Clint Eastwood literally made a career in cowboy films. First, he played a number of main roles in the paintings of the legendary Sergio Leone, and then he himself began to shoot such tapes. Unforgiven is one of the last works of the director in the western genre.
Western is a movie in which the action must necessarily unfold in the Wild West and be accompanied by a mass of shootings. Eastwood in his painting tells the story of what happened in Wyoming in the late 19th century. Two visiting cowboys acted brutally from one of the local prostitutes. The local sheriff did not succeed in obtaining justice, so the girls of easy virtue promised a great reward to the one who killed these scum. As a result, two poor fellows opened a real hunt.
The film was released in 1992 and received 4 Academy Award. The main cast members included Morgan Freeman (Ben Hur), Clint Eastwood (Million Dollar Baby), Gene Hackman (Crimson Tide) and Richard Harris (Camelot).
The Best Westerns - List: Dancing with the Wolves
Of course, cowboy films, which were shot in the 90s and later, can not be compared with the works of Sergio Leone and other masters of this genre. But in our time, you can find a good movie in the Western genre. This was proved by Kevin Costner, who in 1990 released the film “Dancing with the Wolves” and received 7 Oscars for him in various categories.
“Dancing with the Wolves” is the story of an American officer who, by the will of fate, enters the service in a remote fort and is surrounded by Indians. At first, John Dunbar could not find a common language with the savages. A white-skinned woman who lives in the Sioux tribe helps to do this. When Dunbar completely merges with Native American culture, there is an unexpected turn in the plot: white-skinned armed people begin to select the tribe’s lands, and the main character will have to decide which side he is on.
In this picture, Kevin Costner assigned himself the main role. And his partner in the film was Mary McDonnell (Fish of Passion).
"Train to Yuma"
Western is a great way to have a good time in a purely male company. Especially if on the screen such serious actors as Christian Bale and Russell Crowe confront each other .
According to the plot of the action movie "Train to Yuma", Russell Crowe plays the notorious bandit Ben Wade, for whom the prison has long been crying. Finally, the robber got caught, but his hanging should take place in the neighboring state. Serious security is needed to get Wade to the train on Yuma. The detachment is recruited from volunteers who will receive $ 200 for their work. Among these volunteers is the hero of Bale, Dan Civil War veteran. Only he does not suspect that the journey to the railway station will turn into a real hell and turn out to be life-threatening.
James Mangold's picture was nominated for an Oscar in four categories, but did not win a single award. The director is also known for his on-screen work “Break the Line” with Reese Witherspoon and “Interrupted Life” with Winona Ryder.
"Bandits"
Not only men are attracted to westerns. The best films in this genre may be of interest to viewers of all genders and ages. Especially if the picture includes elements of comedy.
An excellent tape for family viewing is Luke Besson's film "Bandits", which is designed in the best traditions of the Wild West. This tape has less cruelty, more feminine charm and humor, because the main characters are the charming Maria Alvarez and Sarah Sandoval. Two brave girls come to grips with the brutal American Tyler Jackson, who killed their fathers and mercilessly robbing the local population. They rob his banks and upset all the plans of the attacker. To their side, the girls manage to attract not only peasants, but also the capital's detective, who was originally supposed to catch the bandits. Ultimately, they defeat their opponent.
The main roles in the comedy action movie Besson went to Salma Hayek and Penelope Cruz.
"The lone ranger"
If you list Westerns, the best films of our time should include the picture “The Lone Ranger” with Johnny Depp in the title role.
About the plot advantages of the tape is not worth mentioning - the script is for an amateur. However, $ 215 million was spent on the production of the film, so it is worth watching at least once. Perhaps not a single action movie in the style of the Wild West can boast of such a budget. He provided the film with stunning special effects, costumes and scenery.
Although the Lone Ranger was a nominee for several Golden Raspberry Awards, he was also nominated for two Academy Awards. The main roles in the project went to Johnny Depp, Armie Hammer and Helena Bonham Carter.