A former gunslinger is forced to take up arms again when he and his cattle crew are threatened by a corrupt lawman.
Cinematography
Big sky Montana that makes you ache for open land.
Acting
Duvall's monologue about doing right—masterclass in restraint.
Practical Effects
Real cattle, real weather, real weight to every gun.
Director
Kevin Costner
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Costner mortgaged his own Santa Barbara ranch to finance when studios balked at the runtime. Mad king behavior.
Michael Jeter's final film role—his Percy, terrified but standing, becomes the movie's quiet heart.
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