This is the best Western I have seen since News of the World. Good storytelling and a solid cast led by the commendably credible Bryne, Hale and Camp. A strong sense of setting (though 'city' reflects the dreams of the settlers, not the reality!) and period (love the stage coach!).
Yes, it is long at 2 hrs but I enjoyed the director's unhurried style, which makes the chaotic body-count climax all the more effective.
The Minister and his wife are the surprising core of the movie. Anna Camp is particularly good, seizing the opportunity to ditch the ditzy blonde persona she sadly seems to get saddled with, in order to play a woman juggling faith, a husband with a hidden past, and the need to use a gun for something than hunting rabbit for dinner. I hope this opens up more challenging opportunities for her .
Yes, it is long at 2 hrs but I enjoyed the director's unhurried style, which makes the chaotic body-count climax all the more effective.
The Minister and his wife are the surprising core of the movie. Anna Camp is particularly good, seizing the opportunity to ditch the ditzy blonde persona she sadly seems to get saddled with, in order to play a woman juggling faith, a husband with a hidden past, and the need to use a gun for something than hunting rabbit for dinner. I hope this opens up more challenging opportunities for her .