The Man Called Noon
"From The Pen Of The Greatest Western Writer In America Today -- Louis L'Amour"
Noon is a gunfighter who has become amnesiac. Helped by Rimes, an outlaw who has befriended him, he tries to figure out who he is actually. It gradually appears that his wife and kid have been murdered. As time goes by, Noon also recalls a fortune hidden somewhere. Niland, a scheming judge, and Peg Cullane, a greedy will do everything to prevent Noon and Rimes from achieving their end while Fan Davidge, a woman living in a ghost town, will support them.
Curator's Take
“Richard Crenna in an amnesia mystery. It’s based on a Louis L'Amour novel, so it has a stronger plot structure than most. It feels like a bridge between a traditional mystery and a euro-western.”
Why This Movie Is Important
A rare adaptation of a Louis L'Amour novel in the Euro-style. It blends the plot-focused nature of American westerns with the visual flair of the Europeans, creating an interesting hybrid.
Production Details
The Man Called Noon is a 1973 western film directed by Peter Collinson. Originally released in Italy under the title "Un hombre llamado Noon", the film was produced during the golden era of European westerns. The film features a score composed by Luis Bacalov. Cinematography was handled by John Cabrera. The screenplay was written by Scot Finch. The film stars Richard Crenna as Noon, Stephen Boyd as Rimes, and Rosanna Schiaffino as Fan Davidge. Running 1 hour and 38 minutes, it is a well-paced entry in the genre.
Did You Know?
Based on a novel by Louis L'Amour, which is rare for Italian productions.
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