
Inside 'High Noon'
Directed by John Mulholland2003 49mDocumentary, Western
8.2
Documentary exploring the making of the film, High Noon. Details how it developed, from initial idea to script, casting -- especially in casting the lead role, which so many major Hollywood actors had turned down before Gary Cooper eagerly took it on -- and production. Goes into detail on its complicated HUAC controversy, with so many both behind and before the camera blacklisted. Covers its critical reception and it's place in American culture.