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On a scale of 1 to 10, how well do you think this film has aged?

posted 13 years ago by AbdulBenHassan
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Looking back at this film, one can certainly feel hard-pressed to think this was made all in 1976. The characterization of Wales was perhaps Clint's most ambiguous and complex role at the time, when he seemed to be getting type-cast as an unstoppable badass thanks to his earlier roles. In fact, I see this as perhaps a deconstruction of his "Man with No Name" persona that made him famous in the first place.

Granted, there are some scenes, such as the final shootout, where it does come off as a very conventionally made Western, but other than that, I couldn't see how this film is in anyway, dated.

Overall, I give it a 9.

[–] kid-8 13 years ago

9.5.

[–] turtletommy 13 years ago

[–] HLB1 13 years ago

9.5

Go ahead, make my day....

[–] kenny-164 13 years ago

This film is in my top twenty, so as these things are measured around here, I give it a 10.

Intersting point about Clint's character here being a different take on the Man with No Name. Among his westerns, this film is essentially bookended by High Plains Drifter and Pale Rider, both of which utilize a characterization of him as the Man with No Name. Among other similarities. Wales is different, to be sure. We know where he comes from, his identity, and even have a good idea as the film closes where he is going and what he will be doing.

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[–] civetcat 12 years ago

It's not lost a thing with age. And for those who thinks it has, I reckon I'se say doodlysquat.

[–] ememjee 12 years ago

Excellent reference to "Granny"! I give it a strong 10. It hasnt become outdated a single bit!

[–] Captain_Augustus_McCrae 12 years ago

10. Hasn't suffered at all by the passage of time.

"It ain't dying I'm talking about, it's LIVING!"
Captain Augustus McCrae

[–] vestdennis 12 years ago

This is one of my favorite Westerns. It's well-written, acting is excellent and it's believable. Clint Eastwood is at his best in this platform. Yes, it's long but it never drags. Spiced with bits of humor it's also brutal in places.

Except for the near rape scene with Sandra Locke it's suitable for all family members. I give it at least an 8, maybe 8.5...

[–] skidrowmofo 12 years ago

Ten, this is a classic western.

[–] jpolakas 12 years ago

9.9999999999999. Fine western, fine film overall.

"And the flowers bloom like madness in the spring." J.A.

[–] R_Kane (15828) 6 years ago

10. Possibly his best work ever. Good Lord!, can this man act!

This is one of the many reasons why Clint Eastwood is a Movie Star.