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"Representations of the Villain in Westerns have altered to meet the values of a changing society. Discuss with reference to The Searchers (1956) and Peacemakers (2000 )."
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"Representations of the Villain in Westerns have altered to meet the values of a changing society. Discuss with reference to The Searchers (1956) and Peacemakers (2000 )." Over time audience's change and as a result of these changes film has altered, to reflect and appeal to the society. Audiences like genre because it plays on their expectations and allows them to predict and therefore be at ease with what they are viewing. The altering of key areas in the Western has allowed films to meet the needs of each new audience, so therefore pieces do not become static and formulaic; each reflects the views of the producers and society. The villain here is as important as the hero at illustrating society's values. In order for narrative to be entertaining the introduction of a hero versus villain is necessary. Villains are primarily important because they allow the audience to experience a vicarious thrill...
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