No denying the fact that the cinema is not the same as it used to be in the 1900s. There have been some drastic and significant changes, some of which are worth noting. On that note, a few western movies released in the last twenty four years are commendable and they prove that the industry still excels and the essence of western cinema is not lost.
Moreover, the western genre is the one that is loved by all. The essence of this industry was somewhat lost in the middle, but some great releases have made its fans believe that it is back in the game, as the industry is slowly making a comeback.
Today, we are discussing some of the best western movies that were released in the last twenty years.
1. Hostiles
Hostiles was one of the best western films, a work of Scott Cooper Florida. The movie was a starrer of Christian Bale and is highly impressive. With Hostiles Cooper was able to mount a visually impressive film and he has made some serious efforts in establishing an emotional arc that makes the same distance fall short. The weary soldiers in the film made the most impression and tried to golf the certainty in a violent world.
2. Django Unchained
We all know that it was already written in the destiny of Quentin Tarantino that one day he will create his own western movie. Till date, Django is Quentin’s super stylish film, and each scene that happens in the movie till the ending builds upon until the film ends. The movie may appear a bit bloated to some, but it is always very interesting to watch.
3. The Lone Ranger
Another out of the box western movie in the last twenty years is Lone Ranger. After the movie settles down, this one is believed to be a film that is hugely enjoyed by the audience. This western movie is rollicking and is also full of action and spectacle. While watching the movie you will get super excited to watch what happens next. The unfolding of the entire movie is very thrilling to watch. This picture is a gem of movies that is underrated ever since it was released.
4. The Homesman
When we talk about this movie, we cannot deny that there is something special about this particular western genre that enables the cinematographer to bring out the best in them. The overall concept of this movie is somewhat unique, as in the film the life of women who live in the American West is explored.
5. No Country For Old Men
This movie is remotely modern. No arguments on the fact, why it bagged four Academy awards. This movie is a bonafide masterpiece and the audience agrees with it. This movie is one of the finest works of the Coen Brothers, and is yet again proved that Roger Deakins is an excellent cinematographer.
Summary
In the last twenty years, some of the finest western masterpieces were released and they made the audience believe that the essence of western movies is not lost.
