Review of Ride the High Country (1962) by Sarah F — 18 Oct 2006

This is a fitting swan song for Randolph Scott and a great early directorial effort for Sam Peckinpah. In a genre that can sometimes seem repetitive, Peckinpah has delivered almost a tribute to the stars of the past with his handling of the two lead characters and both their strengths and weaknesses.

Many conflicts abound as they try to carry out their task of transporting some gold as well as protecting a young and confused runaway bride. This is one of the best westerns that I have seen, it is right up there with "The Outlaw Josey Wales" and "The Searchers".