Western-Kino celebrates comeback: 13 must-see for fans and newcomers!

Western-Kino celebrates comeback: 13 must-see for fans and newcomers!

Sachsen, Deutschland - The Renaissance of the Western genre is currently experiencing a remarkable upswing, especially through innovative series by Taylor Sheridan and through films such as "Horizon" and "Rust". These developments bring both the typical elements of the genre and a critical examination of America's history and culture. In this context, the Sächsische Zeitung A list of 13 Western films that you should have seen.

Among the must-sea films we find classics such as "McCabe & Mrs. Miller" (1970), "who dances with the Wolf" (1990) and "Play me the song of death" (1968). These films are not only entertaining, but also form the image of native Americans and deal with racism and the social dynamics of American society.

classic of the genre

• McCabe & Mrs. Miller (1970)
  Director: Robert Altman - A brothel in a mining city leads to complex power conditions.
• Nevada Smith (1965)
  Director: Henry Hathaway - In search of revenge, Max Sand discovers his identity.
• which are not forgiven (the unforgives) (1960)
  Director: John Huston - addresses racism through the eyes of an indigenous girl.
• who dances with the wolf (dances with wolves) (1990)
  Director: Kevin Costner - This film approaches the culture of the Lakota with the aim of authentic representation.
• Play me the song of death (C’era Una Volta Il West) (1968)
  Director: Sergio Leone - An absolute classic with strong cultural references.

The revival of the genre is also a reaction to the decline of the classic western, which began in the 1960s when the influence of the Civil Rights Movement and protests against the Vietnam War changed the film culture in the USA. The cinema window highlights as Italowesterns and the American Indian movement The traditional picture of the western heroes questioned. For example, "who dances with the wolf" not only tries to romanticize the indigenous culture, but also brings them closer to a wide audience.

In the past few decades, the Western in Hollywood has hardly been relevant. But innovative directors and the return to more authentic representations of native Americans have breathed new life into the genre. Films such as "The Revenant" (2015) and "The Missing" (2003) show indigenous actors in load -bearing roles, whereby these previously often marginalized voices gain visibility.

The role of Hollywood in society

Overall, the successful return and reinterpretations of the Western genre show not only cultural changes, but also a growing sensitivity to the representation of historical and ethnic topics. These developments enable filmmakers to explore the complexity of American history and the variety of perspectives that contribute to the identity of the country.