Seraphim Falls
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Movie Reviews of Seraphim Falls
Movie Review: Thought Provoking
Summary: 4 Stars
I knew nothing of this film but it looked interesting. I thought that it was not particularly memorable at first but on thinking about it the next day I realized that I was wrong.
The ending - an interpetation
SPOILER ALERT! . . .
The appearance of Angelica Huston in the middle of the desert really seemed utterly ridiculous until (the next day) I realized that she was the angle of death. She took everything they had (water, horses, life? etc.) and offered them the chance for revenge. The seemingly stupid moment when they get up and walk away (after barly able to walk and Liam shot) really is the death of both. It took a while but it made sense after a day, lol. In any event it was interesting (although a bit monotemous during the middle of the movie due to the largly uninteresting chase. BTW, how could Brosnan (on foot) stay ahead of Neeson on a horse for so long?). I would have given this a 3 star rating if I had not interpeted the ending the next day. In any event, it's interesting to think about and it's beautifully filmed.
Movie Review: A FINE WESTERN THRILLER LET DOWN BY AN AWKWARD, DISAPPOINTING FINALE.
Summary: 4 Stars
"Seraphim Falls" is a unique take on the western genre, a chase thriller that takes the viewer from the snowy mountains to the harsh heat of the desert. The film is fine until the last ten minutes, with an awkward ending that leaves the viewer bewildered, slightly confused, and a tad disappointed. The cast do their best with what they have. Pierce Brosnan is alright as Captain Gideon, though I've never been a big fan of his acting. Liam Neeson, as always, turns in a fantastic performance as Colonel Carver, a man seeking vengeance on Gideon for the death of his family. The supporting cast, overall, does a fine job. Anjelica Huston, a fine actress, shows up at the end, playing a character that shows up out of nowhere, in the already-mentioned awkward and disappointing ending.
Overall, it's a fine film with good performances and fine storytelling that mostly make up for the head-scratching finale. If you enjoy westerns and chase thrillers, then "Seraphim Falls" might interest you.
Movie/DVD Grade: B
Movie Review: Good Cowboy Flick
Summary: 4 Stars
This was a very well done story an element of "Josey Wales" with, near the end, a bit of the surreal elements of "Dead Man". Pierce Brosnan finally got a role he could really sink his teeth into, though not one of my favourite actors, in films of real drama and scope (more so than the Bond films) is where his true talent and ability shines, he was fantastic. My favourite actors in the film are Wes Studi and Michael Wincott which was what initially drew my interest in it and I do wish Wes Studi had gotten a more significant part. Wes like Michael Wincott are highly underrated actors which is a shame seeing how extroardinarily talented they are.
This film presented a great story of revenge and redemption and needs to be seen a couple of times to be fully appreciated. The action was thrilling, the scenery was beautiful and the acting first rate. Not alot of films of this quality of story telling are out these days.
Movie Review: Great Effort
Summary: 4 Stars
Well,who would have thought to use Pierce Brosnan and Liam Neeson as leads in a Western.Full credit to both actors and director for pulling this off.No disrespect to Mr Neeson,who was excellent,but Pierce Brosnan really does a great job and is very believable in what is an unusual part for him.The cinematography is first class and on a par with Jeremiah Johnson.I wont go into the storyline ,not wanting to spoil things and give too much away,but i agree with a previous reviewer,the first 30 mins are truly spellbinding.
If i have a criticism off this film it is that i could not understand the need for Wes Studi,totally wasted,and Anjelica Houston ,or the point of their roles,in this film.A mention too for the very good supporting cast.
All in all,a great effort and i applaud eveybody connected with Seraphim Falls for trying to keep the Western Genre ALIVE.
Well done.
Davy,westernnut.
Movie Review: WESTERN REVENGE FLICK HITS THE TARGET
Summary: 4 Stars
Basically a revenge flick set in the West after the Civil War, SERAPHIM FALLS features Liam Neeson and an almost unidentifiable Pierce Brosnan. Apparently Brosnan wronged Neeson earlier and now Neeson is tracking him down to kill him. The two strong male actors dominate SERAPHIM FALLS with the only real female contribution coming from a strange, rather silly, cameo by Anjelica Huston, which causes this reviewer to withdraw a star from the movie's rating. The film seems to peter out toward the end (another minus) but it is an exciting Western for the first hour or so and worth your time for the good acting and the good cinematography. Enjoy Mr. Brosnans's verbal and visual characterization; a real treat.