Why is it unusual that protagonist Marshal Will Kane in High Noon (1952) wears a black hat?
A) It makes it difficult to see his eyes.
B) It was uncomfortable for the film's star, Gary Cooper.
C) It is not what was described in the screenplay.
D) Dark tones are traditionally associated with antagonists.
E) It is not part of an authentic wardrobe of nineteenth-century law enforcement officers.

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Dark tones are traditionally associated with antagonists in Western films, while lighter colors such as white or beige are associated with protagonists. In High Noon, the fact that protagonist Marshal Will Kane wears a black hat goes against this convention and adds to the film's themes of moral ambiguity and the struggle between good and evil.

Why Is It Unusual That Protagonist Marshal Will Kane in High