High Noon | An American Cinematic Masterpiece


The new 4K release of HIGH NOON from Paramount and Kino Lorber gives us the opportunity to re-examine the films virtues and accomplishments. Widely regarded as one of the best westerns ever created, High Noon remains a powerful classic. Let's talk about why. 

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More Westerns Discussion: 
High Plains Drifter https://youtu.be/u041dOC9GZ4
Top 5 Westerns with Max Allan Collins https://youtu.be/eqcxlMW1Z3o
Gene Autry, Western Icon https://youtu.be/_eFV8G6i0gc
Western Spotlight Vol. 1 https://youtu.be/k5rD2T8VmiI
Western Spotlight Vol. 2 https://youtu.be/TuFB95idxN8
The Ranown Westerns https://youtu.be/96bb0cx-YE8
Sergio Leone's Man With No Name Trilogy https://youtu.be/PCauSiVmycs
Randolph Scott Westerns https://youtu.be/Sa-6_FKeFeY

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