Pale Rider is a 1985 American western film directed by and starring Clint Eastwood. The storyline follows a mysterious preacher who arrives in a small mining town in California and becomes embroiled in a conflict between the town’s struggling residents and a corrupt mining tycoon. With themes of morality, justice, and redemption, the film is often seen as a spiritual successor to Eastwood’s earlier westerns. The atmospheric cinematography, atmospheric score, and Eastwood’s stoic performance all contribute to the film’s lasting impact on the genre. Pale Rider remains a beloved classic among fans of the western genre.
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