The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford (2007)
A slow-burn Western drama follows a notorious outlaw's final days as a jealous recruit plots a bleak betrayal.
Outlaw Jesse James is rumored to be the 'fastest gun in the West'. An eager recruit into James' notorious gang, Robert Ford eventually grows jealous of the famed outlaw and, when Robert and his brother sense an opportunity to kill James, their murderous action elevates their target to near mythical status.
How intense is The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford?
The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford has light gore and strong violence. Emotionally it is devastating. The pace is a slow burn, and it is a full-attention watch. Rated R.
What The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford feels like
- Tone
- grittymelancholyatmosphericbleak
- Pace
- Slow burn
- Best for
- Full attention
- True story
- Yes, based on true events.
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Is The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford for you?
Is The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford scary?
No. The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford gory or violent?
Light gore (1 of 3) and strong violence (2 of 3).
Is The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford sad or heavy?
Yes. Emotional weight 3 of 3. It hits hard; do not plan anything light after.
Is The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford OK for kids?
It is rated R, so it is made for adults. Intensity: scare 0, gore 1, violence 2, each out of 3.
How long is The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford?
The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford runs 2h 40m.
Where can I stream The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford?
The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford is not on a US subscription service right now (rent or buy may still be an option).
Does The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
No. Brace yourself.
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