Collider's 10 Best Modern Westerns That Show How the Genre Could Return

"While the western genre was once a prominent and thriving tentpole in film that elevated the careers of actors like John Wayne & Jimmy Stewart, it has since become a thing of the past, understandably so. The genre quickly became watered down with an abundance of releases throughout the 50s, 60s, and 70s, & played a significant role in creating damaging portrayals of Native American culture & people. Even the western's sense of escapism became devalued once horror & sci-fi grew and crafted big franchises that captured audiences' attention. Although westerns can be seen every now & again, the genre has mostly faded into obscurity but isn't completely dead. Along with some modern westerns featuring some nuanced stories of gunslingers & cowboys, other genres have taken the visuals and story characteristics of westerns for a unique kind of genre blending. From superhero movies to animated flicks, there are plenty of films out there that show how the western can be reborn." - collider.com