With Sam Peckinpah directing and with Joel McCrea and Randolph Scott starring you expect a first rate western. And this one delivers. I think it lacks some of the character depth of some of the other classic westerns. But the acting is good and the story offers moral perspective. And this movie also offers some beautifully sprawling scenic shots. What did stand out for me was the ending. Not everyone rides off happily into the sunset. The final scene did take me by surprise. And even though it was within the context of the character & he did request it...it did bother me that they just walked away and left him. But I'm sure that eliciting feelings similar to mine were just what Mr. Peckinpah was going for. I would recommend this movie to anyone who enjoys an old fashioned western. It has a great teaming of stars. And a very good supporting cast.
Review of Ride the High Country
