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Originally Posted by Molecules
Once upon a time in the west *literally* sent me to sleep. Good/bad/ugly i can really appreciate however, but spaghettis get old fast. There are so many f*cking takes on the western and some great films that would convert even those who didn't think they could possibly enjoy one... Searchers is the classic Ford template isn't it, i think it's his most accessible to the 'modern viewer'.
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I'm not a big fan of Westerns either but if you are looking for something a little more 'Cult' and just as influential as Leone's work then you have to check this out from 1966:
High Plains Drifter is one of my favourite westerns, the atmosphere is superb. Also you can't beat either Shane or High Noon for classic Westerns. Another under appreciated gem right here:
