What do the film “Strictly West” in 2015 have in common with the film “Stagecoach” filmed in 1939? Indians, robbers, sheriffs and, of course, cowboys - in other words, these are pictures taken in the style of Western. The stories of the Wild West and its inhabitants are highly regarded by lovers of classic American cinema. See the rating of the best representatives of the "cowboy" genre in the article below.
"Good bad evil"
At the top of the list of the best Westerns with a rating of 8.5 out of 10 according to the Kinopoisk website is Sergio Leone's film "Good, Bad, Evil" with Clint Eastwood in the title role. The tape tells the story of three unfamiliar criminals who, at the height of the American Civil War, joining forces, are sent in search of hidden gold. The picture was released in 1966 and was enthusiastically received by most viewers. "Good, bad, evil" to this day is considered an example of a classic western.
"Django Unchained"
A lot of adventures in the western movie "Django Unchained" awaits the heroes. The director's chair was taken by the iconic Quentin Tarantino, and the main roles were played by such actors as Jamie Foxx, Christoph Waltz and Leonardo DiCaprio. The picture tells a story that happened in the middle of the 19th century about a runaway black slave who, in search of his beloved, became a "bounty hunter." The film premiered in 2012. Online rating - 8.17 out of 10.
"A few dollars more"
Another joint work by Sergio Leone with Clint Eastwood “A few dollars more” has a rating of 8.17 out of 10. The main characters are masterfully owning a revolver. One-armed and retired Colonel Mortimer are “bounty hunters” trying to track down a brutal Mexican Indian bandit. The usual task is complicated by information about the intentions of the criminal and his gang to rob the largest bank in the West. The premiere of the film took place in 1965.
"Dancing with the Wolves"
The Westerns rating continues with Dancing with the Wolves, the directorial debut of Kevin Costner, who also played a major role. Western tells the story of Lieutenant John Dunbar, who during the Civil War found himself in the wild, surrounded only by wolves and Native Americans, who not only cease to be inhospitable, but also become almost a family for the protagonist. Western was released in 1990. The rating on Kinopoisk is 8.11 out of 10.
"A Fistful of Dollars"
"For a Fistful of Dollars" - the debut western of Sergio Leone, who became the "icon" of the classic representative of the genre. The main role was played by Clint Eastwood. The action takes place in a small village on the border of Mexico and the United States, where the main character arrives - a stranger who brilliantly owns weapons. He learns that two gangster groups cannot share power in this town and decides to help both sides resolve the territorial issue. Release Date - 1964 Rating - 8.0 out of 10.
"Man from the Capuchin Boulevard"
The Westerns rating continues with “The Man from Kapucin Boulevard” - a film by Alla Surikova, the main roles were played by Andrey Mironov, Mikhail Boyarsky, Nikolai Karachentsov and others. The plot of the Soviet Western takes place in a cowboy town typical of the Wild West, with the advent of Mr. Johnny Fest, who plans to open a silent movie theater in this haven of robbers and drunkards. The comedy film was released in 1987. The rating on Kinopoisk is 8.0 out of 10.
"Once Upon a Time in the Wild West"
Another western director, Sergio Leone , Once Upon a Time in the Wild West, released in 1968. The film starred such eminent actors as Henry Fonda, Charles Bronson and Jason Robards. The plot focuses on a widow living on a farm and refusing to sell her land to a railroad tycoon. This issue will have to be solved either by the ordered killer, or by the girl’s defender, or by a third party. Western rating, according to Kinopoisk, is 8.0 out of 10.
"Legends of the fall"
Legends of Autumn is a drama by Edward Zwick, starring such actors as Anthony Hopkins, Henry Thomas and Brad Pitt. The plot of the film tells the life story of Colonel William Ludlow and his three sons - Samuel, Alfred and Tristan. The calm and peaceful existence of the family is interrupted by the First World War, the advent of women and Native American traditions. The film was released in 1994. Rating - 7.9 out of 10.
"Disgusting Eight"
One of the new Western films from the director Quentin Tarantino is The Abominable Eight, which appeared on the screens in early 2016. In the center of the story is the "bounty hunter" and his captive. When transporting the ladies to execution, they are caught in a blizzard, which forces the crew to take refuge in the nearest institution, where a company of gentlemen has already gathered, one of which is not on the side of the law. Starring: Samuel Jackson, Kurt Russell, Jennifer Jason Leigh, Tim Roth, Michael Madsen and others. Rating - 7.8 out of 10.
"Unforgiven"
“Unforgiven” is the western of the director Clint Eastwood, who also played the main role. The film takes place in a small town where a local prostitute mutilated a prostitute’s face. This is a story about two old cowboys who decided to make money on the restoration of justice. Only one problem - the sheriff of the local settlement does not allow the carrying of weapons. Western was released in 1992. The rating on Kinopoisk is 7.8 out of 10.
"Dead"
The list of western films is continued by an atypical representative of the genre - "Dead" by art house director Jim Jarmusch. The focus of viewers attention is William Blake, who is looking for work in the Wild West. Unexpectedly, the main character is put on the wanted list and gets a bullet wound. His old Native American takes care and cares for him, having felt soul-mate with Blake. The main role was played by Johnny Depp. The Dead Dead rating is 7.8 out of 10.
Mask of Zorro
The rating of Westerns continues the film directed by Martin Campbell's "Mask of Zorro". The role of the famous Spanish hero was “tried on” by Antonio Banderas, and his mentor was played by Anthony Hopkins. The plot of the film is simple: the fighter for justice at the sunset of his days transfers all his knowledge and skills to a young and promising fighter. The film was released in 1998. Rating based on the Kinopoisk website is 7.7 out of 10.
"Shanghai noon"
Comedy Western "Shanghai Noon" is the directorial debut of Tom Day. The main roles were played by Owen Wilson and Jackie Chan. The plot focuses on the abduction of a Chinese princess. Faithful bodyguard Chung Wang goes on a quest for a girl in America, where a casual partner helps him fulfill his national duty in traditional American scenery. The film was released in 2000 and was warmly received by critics. The rating of the picture is 7.5 out of 10.
Stagecoach
The reference western is the 1939 film Stagecoach. This project combined the work of two great figures of this cinematic genre - director John Ford and actor John Wayne. The tape tells about the assembled motley company of stagecoach passengers who are heading to New Mexico. On the way, they will find contact with both the Indians and the bandits. The rating of the cult western at Kinopoisk is 7.6 out of 10.
"Gold Mackenna"
The Western rating continues with the 1968 adventure film Mackenne's Gold. The plot of the picture takes place around the protagonist - the sheriff, who learned about the hidden treasure with the gold of an ancient tribe. He was taken as a hostage by a certain bandit Colorado, and then the group of people eager to get rich increases at the expense of other thugs, but few will reach the "golden chest". The main roles were played by Gregory Peck and Omar Sharif. Rating - 7.5 out of 10.
"His name is death"
“The Pale Horseman” or “His Name Is Death” is a 1985 film shot in the western style by director Clint Eastwood, who also played the main role in his film. The scene of the tape is a small village whose residents conscientiously mine gold. Arriving bandits are trying to take away a valuable business. A local girl recites a prayer for salvation, after which she sees a stranger on a white horse in the form of a priest. Like a biblical Apocalypse, he administers justice over sinners. Western rating - 7.3 out of 10.
"Fast and dead"
"Fast and Dead" - a 1995 film, sustained by all the rules of Western. The plot of the picture describes the life of a small town in the Wild West. The place in power is occupied by the cruel John Herod, holding all the inhabitants in fear. Life changes when an unfamiliar female cowboy appears on the road, who intends to restore order in this city. The main role was played by Sharon Stone. John Herod was played by Gene Hackman. Also in the film took part young Leonardo DiCaprio. Rating - 7.3 out of 10.
"Sons of the Big Dipper"
"Sons of the Big Dipper" is a 1965 film directed by Joseph Mach based on the works of the same name by Liselotta Welskopf-Heinrich. The main role was played by the famous Goiko Mitich. In the center of the plot is a tribe of Indians who defend their rights to life and land, which is in demand among whites because of gold. They intend to expel the indigenous people from their lands, imprisoning the supreme leader. Western rating, according to the site "Kinopoisk", 6.7 out of 10.
Strictly West
Strictly West is a 2015 film directed by John Macklin. This western story is filled with real road romance. Young boy Jay is trying to find his girlfriend throughout the Wild West. To help him in this difficult matter, an experienced "bounty hunter" Silas is called. Bandits interfere with the reunion of two hearts, and the Indians help. The main roles were played by such actors as Michael Fassbender, Cody Smith-McPhee, Ben Mendelssohn and Rory McCann. Western rating - 6.6 out of 10.
Hickok
"Hickock" is a 2017 film. It is one of the modern representatives of the western genre. The main character of the picture is the legendary shooter and the American hero of the Wild West. He becomes the marshal of a small town, where he monitors order: protects the weak and punishes the villains. The brave guardian of the law forgets that he is in the Wild West, where they do not like to live by the rules of others. The criminals begin to unite in gangs, and the most brave put money on the back of Hikok. The main role in the film was played by Luke Hemsworth. The film's rating on Kinopoisk is 4.5 out of 10.