3:10 to Yuma

The comparison between the 1957 and 2007 3:10 to Yuma is a clear example of Revisionism. Revisionism is considered to be a deviation from the traditional customs of a genre into a more modern and closer to reality approach. In the ’57 version of the film the main character is seen as a much more macho cowboy as in the ’07 version. In the modern version the cowboy seems more worried and weak than the cowboy in ’57. He is more worried about financial problems and making a name for himself. He tries to impress his own child and is weakened by a war wound.
Also in the ’07 version of 3:10 to Yuma more action is seen. Technological changes and the evolution of the cinematic world have clearly influenced the genre. The audience’s perspective into watching movies also forces modern directors to apply more special effects and use more action. This cinematic approach is more efficient in capturing the modern people’s attention more effectively.