High Noon is a film that has been analyzed to death in every way conceivable. It tells a straight-forward story of a man who stands up against overwhelming odds to keep his sense of duty intact and to “do the right thing.” It stars Gary Cooper, Thomas Mitchell, Lloyd Bridges, Katy Jurado and Grace Kelly in her first major film role. Fred Zinnemann directed the film. It won four Academy Awards with “Best Actor” going to Gary Cooper. Do yourself a favor and watch “High Noon” just don’t do any internet research before hand. You’ll lose an hour or more reading about the movie which will not add to the enjoyment of the film (in my experience.)