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Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford, The
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MPAA RATING: R for some strong violence and brief sexual references
Starring Brad Pitt, Casey Affleck, Zooey Deschanel, Mary-Louise Parker, Sam Rockwell, and Paul Schneider
The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford delves into the private life and public exploits of America's most notorious outlaw. As the charismatic and unpredictable Jesse James plans his next great robbery, he wages war on his enemies, who are trying to collect the reward money--and the glory--riding on his capture. But the greatest threat to his life may ultimately come from those he trusts the most. (Universal Pictures)
| GENRE(S): | Action | Drama | Western |
| WRITTEN BY: |
Ron Hansen (novel)
Andrew Dominik |
| DIRECTED BY: | Andrew Dominik |
| RELEASE DATE: |
DVD: February 5, 2008 Theatrical: September 21, 2007 |
| RUNNING TIME: | 160 minutes, Color |
| ORIGIN: | USA |
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The average user rating for this movie is 7.4 (out of 10) based on 75 User Votes
Note: User votes are NOT included in the Metascore calculation.
The Man gave it a10:
A realistic depiction of Jesse James. This is probably the most historically accurate version of his story that has ever been told on film.
Johnny gave it a10:
Absolutely spellbinding. An endlessly interesting character study that's flawlessly written and directed. Casey Affleck delivers in this career-defining role, and both he and Brad Pitt give two of the most complex performances I've ever seen in cinema. I understand that this film will actually bore many people. It is described as a western but it is an artistic western. It is about the film-making; the story; the characters, and not about the all so cliched shoot-em-ups and explosions you see in old westerns. If you can handle art, and steer away from action for just a little bit, "The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford" will truly move you if you can view this in the correct context. If historical accuracy means anything to you, this is THE film to watch.
Rob gave it a4:
Visually, very well done. But slow, and way too long. Unbearably so. Had it been a little faster I could have dealt with the length. But I had to watch it in two sittings, I couldn't watch it all at once, without falling asleep. Not a total loss though. It is very interesting, and I was very into it at the onset, but eventually it lost me in the middle, only to get me back interested in the end.
Rich R. gave it a10:
Hmm, I finally got around to watching this on DVD, and WOW! I like Brad Pitt a lot, although something tells me I shouldn't. All I can say is this has to be his best acting ever. His sense of existential pain is harrowing. But the movie as a whole brings up something I always wondered about while watching westerns as a kid in the fifties: If there's just one mean boss and a bunch of weak other guys in the gang, why doesn't one of them just off him and get it over with? I mean, it seems like it would be so easy!
Momo M gave it a9:
although a rather long movie, the movie captures the last few months before james' death. I highly praise Affleck's performance. this is possibly the best western movie ever
Wes M. gave it an8:
Very enjoyable, especially the last thirty minutes, however; it is, in the words of one critic, in desperate need of a ruthless editor!
Jay M. gave it a9:
This western meditation on the perils of celebrity is certainly one of the best films of 2007. There is no denying the integrity and subseqent execution of Mr. Dominik's most singular vision; with this film he has elevated himself to the fore of American filmmakers. And I might add that Casey Affleck gives perhaps the performance of the year.
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