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Everyone in 1880s America knows Jesse James. He's the nation's most notorious criminal, hunted by the law in 10 states. He's also the land's greatest hero, lauded as a Robin Hood by the public. Robert Ford, meanwhile, is a nobody. That, however, isn't something the ambitious 19-year-old will settle for. He'll befriend Jesse, join his gang and gain his confidence, and eventually become his downfall.
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The Assassination Of Jesse James By The Coward Robert Ford review by JD

The Assassination Of Jesse James By The Coward Robert Ford
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Not so much a Western as an exploration of the cult of the hero. Jesse James is shown as a bullying, violent, but disturbingly charismatic character who is idolised by his followers - who are also terrified of him. The title of the film is from the Music Hall re-telling of his assasination - ironic in that the 'cowards' had to overcome their terror to rid the society of an evil despot. Yet that same society is shown to still idolise the criminal and despise the real hero - Robert Ford
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sorry but why make this,and why so long on a week story? brad pitt suprises with his acting skills, but thats all there is, mummbled speech( can someone start to teach these actors to speak with understanding in mind) and a hour too long,story covers only the last days,so dont expect a history from early days to the end,its not that sort of film,just boring waste of 2.1/2 hour,realy like westerns and cannot say there was one thing impressed at all.dont bother even when on tv its not worth the time.
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The Assassination Of Jesse James By The Coward Robert Ford review by Jawbreaker

Stylish, Powerful and Chilling
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Jessie James even today remains a hero to some, while Robert Ford lives on as the coward. While the ending of this film comes as no surprise given that the legend of James grows. The journey itself is remarkable. How James dominated his gang with ruthless efficiency and yet managed to separate his role as a loving father with chilling ease is haunting. Brad Pitt is excellent here, a towering physical performance combined with great poise. However it is Casey Affleck that steals the show with his depiction of Robert Ford, confirming his talent. The film experience may be slow and methodical yet I found it to be an enchanting experience. One of the best films of its year for sure!
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Great story and a grown-up film
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This film was really excellent. I know those used to MTV and action movies and who possess the attention span of a dyslexic puppy will hate it (so most Americans and teenagers then) - but it is worth sticking with through the so-called 'slow' build-up and story. Why? Because it's a great story about great characters - AND is based on a novel. Those reviewers who thing this film 'too slow' so turned it off after an hour will probably have to ask a grown-up what a novel is... Only boring people will find this movie boring...
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Slow
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Got bored and turned it off after about an hour. No awful, just slow.
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Suitable only for persons of 15 years and over
Release Date: 31/03/2008
Production Year: 2007
Run Time: 153 minutes
Aspect Ratio: Widescreen 2.40:1
Format: Pal
Colour: Colour
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