A spectacularly special supernatural western. Most definitely for mature (and sophisticated) audiences, this is the story of a young gentleman cowboy who ends up spiritually entwined with a man who is seemingly evil incarnate. But...is he?
Actually, the movie doesn't answer any question, instead leaving it up to the viewer to decide what the heck just happened.
Not terribly fast paced, but so visually interesting that it would be hard to be bored. A knock-out cast includes Vincent Cassell, Michael Madsen, Juliette Lewis, Djimon Hounsou and Eddie Izzard (both are sadly underutilized).Ernest Borgnine even makes and appearance! Frankly, he looks great. Cool Tangerine Dream-like music and the whole thing is inspired by Jean "Moebius" Giraud...so you know it's very French.
Having raved about the movie, I know that a lot of people will be absolutely alienated by this movie. But, if you're in an adventurous mood or you loved The Proposition or Jarmusch's Dead Man, this is a must see.
Released in the States under the title "Renegade".
Two thumbs up and a PASS!
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