High Noon (1952)
Synopsis / Plot
A killer that Sheriff Will Kane (Gary Cooper) put away has been let out of the prison and now he and his gang of bad guys are coming to the town of Hadleyville to exact their revenge. While Kane is willing to face his enemy, the town's people who he has protected for many years abandon him. It follows the 84 minutes before the big showdown at high noon.
Awards
1952: 4 Academy Awards: Actor (Cooper), Editing, OST Drama, Song. 7 Nom.
1952: 4 Golden Globes: Including Best Actor (Cooper) and Supp. Actress (Jurado). 7 Nom.
1952: New York Film Critics Circle: Best Film, Director
1952: Directors Guild of America (DGA): Nominated for Best Director
1952: Writers Guild of America (WGA): Best Drama Screenplay
1952: National Board of Review: Top Best Films