High Noon (1952)

Directors:

Fred Zinnemann

Writers:

Carl Foreman

Actors:

Slim Talbot, Charles Soldani, Ralph Reed, William 'Bill' Phillips, Lucien Prival, James Millican

Synopsis:

Will Kane, the sheriff of a small town in New Mexico, learns a notorious outlaw he put in jail has been freed, and will be arriving on the noon train. Knowing the outlaw and his gang are coming to kill him, Kane is determined to stand his ground, so he gathers a posse from among the local townspeople.
  • Western
  • Thriller
  • Drama
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  • Highest Rating 68
  • Lowest Rating 65
  • Average Rating 67
65

High Noon (1952)

With its great premise and unique real time storytelling, it's remarkable how flat this film is. There's so little tension and character development that when the final showdown finally arrives, it feels frivolous and silly. Interesting for historical reasons, but disappointing.
ross
March 21, 2015
68

High Noon (1952)

Seeing events unfolding in real time is engaging. Though, an overly simple and repetitive story hurt this film. The abrupt ending kills all momentum the film had gained, throwing time and several storylines to the wind. [8/52]
adamlazz
March 18, 2015