A Fistful of Dollars

Directed by Sergio Leone, 1964
R; 96 minutes

“Once in a great while a western comes along that breaks new ground and becomes a classic of the genre." —TIME Magazine

Wandering gunfighter Joe (Clint Eastwood) arrives in the Mexican village of San Miguel in the midst of a power struggle between sheriff John Baxter (Wolfgang Lukschy) and the three Rojo brothers (Ramón Rojo, Sieghardt Rupp, and Gian Maria Volonté). When a regiment of Mexican soldiers bearing gold is waylaid by the brothers, Estaban Rojo (Rupp) hires Joe to join the gang, but he plays one side against the other.

The “My Favorite Films” series features tales of romance, humor, suspense, satire, and heroism with films since 1945. These films may hold special memories for you—no matter how many times you see them, they continue to draw you in once more. While many of these films are available through streaming, it's always more fun to see them in the theatre.

This November, join us as we ride through the wild, rugged terrain of the American West. Saddle up for a cinematic adventure that proves the West is wild, wonderful, and timeless—because in these films, the frontier never truly fades.

Make a day of it at the Modern and include extra time to visit the galleries. Enjoy lunch in Café Modern and then settle in for an afternoon screening, or plan for a coffee break afterwards with fellow film enthusiasts.

Screenings are at 2 pm most Wednesdays in the auditorium. Tickets are $5 (FREE for Modern members) and are available at the Museum’s admission desk or online here.