Western Reviews

The Good, the Bad and the Ugly (1966)

The Good, the Bad and the Ugly Review: The Western at Its Most Operatic

Sergio Leone's sprawling spaghetti Western pairs Clint Eastwood's cool with Ennio Morricone's unforgettable score. Our verdict.

Django Unchained (2012)

Django Unchained Review: Tarantino Takes On the Antebellum South

Quentin Tarantino's Western revenge fantasy is violent, funny and powered by great performances. Our verdict.

Once Upon a Time in the West (1968)

Once Upon a Time in the West Review: Leone's Operatic Elegy for the Frontier

Sergio Leone's languid, majestic Western features Henry Fonda against type and Morricone at his best. Our verdict.

Firefly (2002)

Firefly Review: Gone Too Soon

Joss Whedon's space Western ran for just fourteen episodes, but it built a devoted following. Our verdict.