Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., on Sunday said he believes it was “a mistake” for President Donald Trump to pardon those who were convicted of violent crimes or pleaded guilty to committing violent crimes during the Jan. 6, 2021, riot at the Capitol.
“Pardoning the people who went into the Capitol and beat up a police officer violently I think was a mistake, because it seems to suggest that’s an OK thing to do,” Graham told NBC News’ “Meet the Press.”
Graham tied Trump’s decision to pardon violent offenders with former President Joe Biden’s decision to pardon several of his family members during his last few hours in office last week.
“You know, Biden pardoned half his family going out the door. I think most Americans, if this continues … will revisit the pardon power of the president, if this continues,” Graham told “Meet the Press” moderator Kristen Welker.
He added, “As to pardoning violent people who beat up cops, I think that’s a mistake.”
On Monday, just hours after he was sworn in to a second term, Trump used his presidential pardon power to pardon roughly 1,500 of his supporters who pleaded guilty or were convicted for their actions on Jan. 6, fulfilling one of his most oft-repeated campaign promises.
His pardons included those who were found guilty of or pleaded guilty to committing violent crimes on a day when over 140 police officers were injured.
Still, Graham emphasized that Trump’s decision to pardon his supporters was fulfilling a promise he made on the campaign trail.
“There are a lot of people who supported President Trump — law enforcement — [that] didn’t like this, but he said it during the campaign. He’s not tricking people,” Graham said.
He added, “I’ll be consistent here. I don’t like the idea of bailing people out of jail or pardoning people who burn down cities and beat up cops, whether you’re a Republican or a Democrat.”
In a recent interview, Sen. Lindsey Graham expressed his disapproval of former President Trump’s decision to pardon individuals involved in the violent insurrection at the Capitol on January 6th. Graham stated that he believed it was “a mistake” for Trump to pardon these individuals, as their actions were a direct attack on democracy and the rule of law.
Graham, a staunch supporter of Trump throughout his presidency, has been vocal in his criticism of the violent events that unfolded on January 6th. He has called for those responsible to be held accountable for their actions and has pushed for a thorough investigation into the events leading up to the insurrection.
While Graham has not always seen eye-to-eye with Trump, his stance on the pardons reflects a growing sense of unease among some Republicans about the former president’s actions in the aftermath of the Capitol attack. As the investigation into the events of January 6th continues, it remains to be seen how other members of the GOP will respond to Trump’s actions and what impact they may have on the party going forward.
Time is running out to catch one of 2017’s most acclaimed thrillers, as Brawl in Cell Block 99 leaves Netflix on January 25th. Director S. Craig Zahler’s brutal prison drama follows Bradley Thomas (Vince Vaughn), a former boxer who must navigate increasingly dangerous prison environments to protect his family after a drug deal gone wrong. While the film’s theatrical run was limited, it earned widespread praise for its uncompromising vision and Vaughn’s dramatic transformation, marking a sharp departure from his typical comedic roles. In addition, the movie’s ultraviolence helped with the word-of-mouth that allowed it to become a streaming success.
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Brawl in Cell Block 99‘s critical success stemmed from its authentic approach to both character development and action. Zahler specifically sought out Vaughn for his imposing 6’5″ frame and untapped dramatic potential, moving away from more obvious casting choices. To prepare for the physically demanding role, Vaughn underwent extensive training to perform his own fight sequences, which were captured without computer-generated effects or stunt doubles. This commitment to realism helped Brawl in Cell Block 99 to stand out, with the film maintaining a 90% score on Rotten Tomatoes across 99 reviews.
After premiering at the 74th Venice International Film Festival, Brawl in Cell Block 99 went on to make several prestigious year-end lists of best movies, including The New York Times, Los Angeles Times, and The A.V. Club. The Museum of Modern Art even added the film to their permanent collection, recognizing its artistic merit. In addition, Vaughn’s performance earned him a Saturn Award nomination for Best Actor.
How a $4-Million Prison Thriller Became a Critical Phenomenon
Shot over a tight five-week schedule on Staten Island, Brawl in Cell Block 99 demonstrates how creative constraints can fuel innovation. Working with cinematographer Benji Bakshi, Zahler developed a distinct visual approach, choosing a narrower aspect ratio than his previous film, Bone Tomahawk, to focus on intimate character moments. Furthermore, the film’s color palette progressively darkens as the story descends into its hellish third act, reflecting Bradley’s journey through increasingly dangerous prison levels.
According to Zahler, he drew inspiration from classic prison films, particularly Don Siegel’s Riot in Cell Block 11, but sought to bring new elements to the genre. Despite its modest $4-million budget, the film’s commitment to practical effects and extended takes lends the violence a visceral quality rarely seen in modern thrillers. Zahler and his team achieved this through careful choreography and multiple takes, with the actors risking injury if mistakes occurred during the intricate fight sequences.
Brawl in Cell Block 99‘s theatrical run might have been disappointing – grossing just $79,000 worldwide – but this reflects the challenges in marketing independent R-rated genre films that challenge genre conventions. While the film’s departure from Netflix might make it more difficult to access temporarily, Brawl in Cell Block 99 will likely be picked up by a different streaming service soon. Still, just in case, there’s no time better than now to watch a truly unique thriller that showcases Vince Vaughn’s talent as few movies do.
Brawl in Cell Block 99 will remain on Netflix until January 25th.
If you’re a fan of the suspenseful and violent thrillers that Vince Vaughn is known for, get ready for a new challenge. The actor’s latest film, set to be released soon, has been generating buzz for its intense and graphic content.
This upcoming movie promises to be a departure from Vaughn’s usual comedic roles, as he takes on a darker and grittier character. The film’s trailer alone is enough to send shivers down your spine, with its fast-paced action scenes and brutal violence.
But here’s the catch – this movie is not going to be an easy watch. With its graphic depictions of violence and intense themes, it’s bound to test the limits of even the most hardened moviegoers. If you’re squeamish or easily disturbed, you may want to think twice before hitting play on this one.
However, if you’re a fan of Vaughn’s work and enjoy a good edge-of-your-seat thriller, this film is sure to deliver. Just be prepared for a wild ride that will leave you on the edge of your seat and questioning your own sanity.
So buckle up, because it’s about to get a lot harder to watch this violent Vince Vaughn thriller. Are you up for the challenge?
[This story contains major spoilers through the season two finale of Squid Game.]
The Squid Games are over — if only for now, and if only with a pretty big asterisk.
Season two of Netflix’s smash-hit South Korean thriller Squid Game dropped on Dec. 26 to record-setting viewership, picking up right where we left off after season one. Having won the Squid Game, Seong Gi-hun (Lee Jung-jae) was on his way toward a new goal: defeating the game, once and for all. The seven new episodes explored Gi-hun’s effort, with varying degrees of success — which is to say, very little.
After working with police to infiltrate and dismantle the games from within, Gi-hun finds his plans ruined, stranded back in the familiar playroom arena with no allies to speak of save for one: Park Jung-bae (Lee Seo-hwan), Gi-hun’s oldest friend. Together, they try to convince their fellow players to vote to leave the game, but find their efforts defeated at nearly every turn thanks to one of their own supposed allies in the game: Player 001, who is secretly the Front Man, the masked face running the whole show.
Despite some moments along the way that made the viewer question the Front Man’s allegiance, it became quite clear in the finale: Gi-hun leads a revolution right until he’s stopped at the Front Man’s doorstep, where the Front Man himself (played by Lee Byung-hun) puts a bullet in Jung-bae’s head.
That’s where the story ends, for now. The games remain incomplete, and may in fact remain that way depending on what the Front Man decides to do with Gi-hun and all of the other mutineers. We won’t find out until the completed third season arrives sometime in 2025, and even then, knowledge comes with a price: Gi-hun’s story will end with season three.
What we do know is that the clash between Gi-hun and Front Man — who is also a past winner of the game — will drive the remainder of the series. Squid Game creator Hwang Dong-hyuk, who recently spoke toTHR for a cover story about the show’s return, expands now on why he ended the series with season three, saying in part, “I believe I’ve had closure to the story I wanted to tell about society through the character of Seong Gi-hun.”
In the chat below with THR, the Squid Game’s real behind-the-scenes front man speaks through a translator all about the second season, the Front Man’s story arc, the themes he wanted to establish for a third and final season, and the one way he can imagine Squid Game coming back in the future after Gi-hun’s impending swan song.
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Was there one big idea that helped you crack season two?
Season one ends with him turning away from the flight and taking that phone call, then making that vow: “I want to know why you do this.” I knew if there ever were to be a second season, that’s where I wanted to pick up. It would be a story about Gi-hun’s journey to find and track down the hosts behind the game, including the Front Man. I knew I wanted it to be a story of what he’d do to stop the game.
That’s Gi-hun’s story. But what about the Front Man? He’s the one who wants to stop Gi-hun from stopping the games, and [in the end], it’ll be a final showdown between their beliefs and views of the world. That’s the story I wanted to penetrate all through the second season.
We needed a new 001, so I had the idea of bringing the Front Man into the game, because Gi-hun doesn’t know his face, only his voice. I thought I would tell that story of him coming into the game, observing and manipulating Gi-hun, pretending to help but in fact bringing all of his attempts to a failure.
Lee Jung-jae as Seong Gi-hun in the finale of Squid Game season two.
Are there any moments during the season where the Front Man is actually sympathetic to Gi-hun, or do you think he’s manipulating the whole way through?
The Front Man — or, rather, In-ho — is just like Gi-hun: someone who entered the Squid Game with very similar purposes. He experienced all of the cruelties, saw the rock bottom of humanity, was extremely disappointed, which led to him giving up humanity altogether. That’s how he became a host. Much like the story of Darth Vader who couldn’t become a Jedi.
At the same time, what he feels toward Gi-hun is hatred. He looks down on him and wants to win above him. However, deep inside, watching Gi-hun having gone through the same experience he first had in Squid Game, and seeing how Gi-hun is genuinely believing in humanity, is persisting to protect humanity… I believe the Front Man harbors a very strange inferiority complex, or a sense of defeat, when he sees Gi-hun.
Even deeper down, I suspect he harbors a bit of respect for Gi-hun as well. That’s something Lee Byung-hun, the actor who plays the Front Man, had a lot of discussions about while we were preparing for the season. Because it’s based on that kind off character interpretation, there are times where that mentality peeks through the character. He really sees what he let go of and what he lost when he sees Gi-hun. Secretly, he might even want Gi-hun to fight on.
Does that mean there’s some hope for the Front Man?
You can see it in season three. There’s an answer to that question.
Seong Gi-hun (Lee Jung-jae) with friend Park Jung-bae (Lee Seo-hwan) in season two.
The season ends with Gi-hun’s best friend getting shot by his new best friend, who he does not yet know is his archenemy. Why was this the note to leave us on?
I wanted to conclude season two after all of Gi-hun’s attempts had gone to failure. The first of them being getting the mercenaries together, letting them know where the island was with the tracker implant. The second was him wanting to persuade the majority of the people through the voting system so they could leave the Squid Game. Then his third and last attempt was leading a rebellion, where he did have to sacrifice people, and all of that goes to failure.
The price he had to pay was losing his longest and most precious best friend at the hands of the Front Man, and I wanted to end the second season at that very moment — then begin the next season from that space where he’s ridden with a huge amount of guilt and defeat. I wanted to see where that would carry Gi-hun further on.
Even before the rebellion, there’s the civil war among the Xs and Os. I was shocked Thanos (played by K-pop star T.O.P) died here!
That last rebellion was against the system. But the fight between the Os and Xs happens among the people within that system, who are controlled and dominated by that very system. I believe that juxtaposition really reflects our current reality. There’s so much conflict, division and war going around, all around the world, not only just between ideologies… we’re coming up with so many ways to divide us. We think everyone’s our enemy. Everyone’s someone you’re against. On the other side of that, I think we ask less questions about our fundamental systems that have made us behave this way, and have created this kind of environment. I wanted to have the fight between the people reflect that.
As for Thanos… he’s one of my favorite characters, too! I believe that was the right time to see him off. Although I will admit, I do think the death was sudden. It was very intense, which was the right way at just the right time for him to go. The way he leaves the story, if you watch until the third season, it will almost feel as if he’s still there in some ways in terms of how he affects the plot.
How much can you say about what comes next in season three, and are you thinking at all beyond a third season?[Netflix dropped a brief season three teaser, previewing a new Game doll.]
I wrote seasons two and three back-to-back, we filmed them back-to-back, and it’s currently in post. It’s going to arrive some time in 2025. And the third season will really explore that sense of loss and failure, that guilt weighing so heavily on Gi-hun. How’s he going to navigate the story further with all of that weighing down on him?
Personally, I see the third season as being the finale to this story. That’s because I believe I’ve had closure to the story I wanted to tell about society through the character of Seong Gi-hun. If I ever wanted to go back to the world of Squid Game, it would be about different characters with a different story arc. Some kind of spinoff, maybe. For example, the masked guards. How did they end up here? What do they do in their downtime? Something like that, maybe.
The season 2 finale of “Violent” left fans on the edge of their seats as the tension reached its peak and the stakes were higher than ever. From shocking betrayals to heart-wrenching sacrifices, the finale set the stage for an explosive season 3.
One of the most significant moments of the finale was the unexpected death of a major character, sending shockwaves through the entire cast and leaving viewers reeling. This loss will undoubtedly have a ripple effect on the rest of the characters, leading to even more intense conflicts and emotional turmoil in the upcoming season.
Another major cliffhanger in the finale was the revelation of a long-buried secret that could potentially tear apart the core relationships of the show. As the truth comes to light, old wounds will be reopened and new alliances will be formed, setting the stage for a power struggle like never before.
Overall, the violent and intense finale of season 2 has laid the groundwork for an explosive and action-packed season 3. With the stakes higher than ever and the characters pushed to their limits, fans can expect an adrenaline-fueled rollercoaster ride as they watch their favorite characters navigate the dangerous and treacherous world of “Violent.” Get ready for a season like no other, where loyalties will be tested, alliances will be shattered, and the line between friend and foe will blur. Stay tuned for season 3 of “Violent,” coming soon.
What better way to ring in 2025 than reflecting on America’s blood-soaked beginnings? Peter Berg’s latest series for Netflix, American Primeval, has a new trailer ready for the bleary eyes of the hungover masses. We can only assume that Karo syrup works wonders on a headache because the trailer offers little in plot and instead leans on the stabbings, shootings, slashings, and scalpings of Manifest Destiny to drive audiences to the streamer.
Here’s the synopsis:
This is America…1857. Up is down, pain is everywhere, innocence and tranquility are losing the battle to hatred and fear. Peace is the shrinking minority, and very few possess grace — even fewer know compassion. There is no safe haven in these brutal lands, and only one goal matters: survival. AMERICAN PRIMEVAL is a fictionalized dramatization and examination of the violent collision of culture, religion, and community as men and women fight and die to keep or control this land. TV-MA.
While that does sound like an excuse to kill some people in cowboy hats, Berg and creator Mark L. Smith (The Revenant) amassed a strong cast to cover in dirt, grime, and gore. The series reunites Berg with his television football hero, Taylor Kitch, who trades the shoulder pads for leather chaps and doesn’t mind killing bad guys. The series also stars Betty Gilpin, Dane DeHaan, Saura Lightfoot-Leon, Derek Hinkey, Joe Tippett, Jai Courtney, Preston Mota, Shawnee Pourier, and, perhaps most importantly, Shea Whigham, who makes sure every series has a couple of good scenes.
All six episodes of American Primeval premiere on Netflix on January 9.
Get ready to kick off the New Year with a bang, as American Primeval has just released a heart-pounding new trailer that will leave you on the edge of your seat!
The upcoming film, set in the untamed wilderness of America’s primeval forests, follows a group of explorers who must fight for survival against the deadly creatures that lurk in the shadows. With stunning visuals and heart-pounding action, this trailer promises an adrenaline-fueled ride like no other.
So grab your popcorn and buckle up, because American Primeval is set to hit theaters on January 1st. Don’t miss out on the thrill of a lifetime – watch the trailer now and get ready to start the New Year off right!
NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) – After years of spiraling crime, 2024 brought significant reductions across multiple crime categories in New Orleans, including a 35% drop in homicides.
Fatal shootings fell from 220 in 2023 to 143 in 2024, marking the second consecutive year of declines in homicides.
Non-fatal shootings decreased by 42%, carjackings by 40%, and armed robberies by 30%, according to data from the Metropolitan Crime Commission (MCC).
Officials and experts credit proactive policing, embracing technology, and enhanced offender monitoring for these trends.
“It is helping that the DA’s office has been prosecuting cases more frequently, juveniles are starting to be held accountable, and we’re doing a better job overall,” said Michael Glasser, president of the Police Association of New Orleans.
“If these trends continue maybe we have something going on in New Orleans that others can implement,” said Dr. Ashraf Esmail, a Dillard University criminologist.
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The New Orleans Police Department continues to operate with staffing levels below 900 officers, well under the department’s recommended strength of 1,500-1,600 officers.
“You never want to be operating at a deficit and we are. Just think what we could do if we had the 15 -1,600 officers we should have,” said Glasser. “If we want to get better and it can be we’re going to need more personnel to do that.”
Experts also highlight the role of youth intervention programs and enhanced electronic monitoring.
A new law set to take effect on Jan. 1 aims to hold electronic monitoring companies accountable for better supervision of offenders out on bond.
“From now on, offenders aren’t running around on ankle monitors unhinged and not being supervised,” said Jill Dennis, vice president of the Association of Supervised Ankle Monitoring Providers.
Anti-crime activists hope that the eventual lifting of the consent decree will help lead to further crime reductions.
“We’re extremely excited about the year coming up and if we get into that sustainment period, it will free up the administrative burden and give us more time for crime-fighting,” said Glasser.
NOPD Superintendent Anne Kirkpatrick issued a statement crediting the department’s officers and community partners for their role in the crime reduction.
“The progress we’re seeing today is a direct result of the hard work and dedication of the men and women of NOPD. Our commitment to intentional strategies and a holistic approach to crime reduction has been instrumental. With the support of our local, state, federal, and community partners, we’ve made strides in creating a safer city. People are safer today than they were yesterday, but we know our work isn’t done. It’s not just about the numbers – it’s about ensuring every resident feels that sense of safety in their neighborhood.”
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In recent news, it has been reported that New Orleans has seen a second consecutive year of reduction in violent crime. This positive trend is a testament to the hard work and dedication of law enforcement officials, community leaders, and residents who have come together to make their city safer.
According to statistics released by the New Orleans Police Department, violent crime in the city has decreased by 10% compared to the previous year. This includes decreases in homicides, robberies, and aggravated assaults. This is a significant achievement considering the challenges that the city has faced in recent years.
The efforts to reduce violent crime in New Orleans have included increased police presence in high-crime areas, community outreach programs, and partnerships with local organizations. These strategies have proven to be effective in addressing the root causes of crime and improving public safety.
While this news is certainly encouraging, there is still work to be done to further reduce crime in New Orleans. It is important for all members of the community to continue working together to create a safe and thriving city for all residents.
Overall, this achievement is a step in the right direction for New Orleans and serves as a reminder that with dedication and collaboration, positive change is possible. Let’s continue to build on this momentum and make our city a safer place for everyone.
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Royal Caribbean has reportedly cancelled cruise ships stops at a Mexican port following a travel advisory not to go to the city.
The US State Department recently revised advice for popular cruise destinations in Mexico, including a level 4 “do not travel” warning for Manzanillo on Colima’s Pacific Coast due to crime and kidnapping.
State-specific advice for Colima says: “Violent crime and gang activity are widespread. Most homicides are targeted assassinations against members of criminal organizations. Shooting incidents between criminal groups have injured or killed bystanders.”
Travel for US government employees is limited to only the “tourist and port areas of Manzanillo”, with employees travelling to Manzanillo from Guadalajara instructed to “use Federal Toll Road 54D during daylight hours”.
Miami-based cruise line Royal Carribean has pulled out of port calls to Manzanillo, but Carnival’s Princess Cruises still features the city on itineraries departing in February and September 2025.
Although Royal Caribbean no longer has any listed sailings to the Mexican port, its website says: “Manzanillo might not be the first place on Mexico’s Pacific Coast you think to visit, but its golden beaches, lively fishing harbour and emerald rainforest will leave memories that will last a lifetime.”
The State Department uses a four-level travel advisory system to guide tourists, with level 4 warnings, also in countries such as Afghanistan, Iran, Iraq and Lebanon, the most severe.
A level 3 advisory to “reconsider travel” has been issued for Mexico’s Puerto Chiapas region as “criminal activity and violence may occur” throughout the Chiapas state.
The Independent has contacted Royal Caribbean for comment.
In light of recent safety concerns, US Cruise has made the decision to cancel stops at a ‘violent’ Mexican port following a do not travel warning advice.
The safety and well-being of our passengers is our top priority, and we have taken this precautionary measure to ensure their safety while on board our cruises. We will be rerouting our itineraries to avoid this port and will be working closely with local authorities to monitor the situation.
We understand that this change may be disappointing to some passengers, but we believe it is necessary in order to uphold the highest standards of safety and security. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation during this time.
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How America was violently conquered is a thorny subject that few films have been willing to honestly explore.Susanna White‘s 2021 biographical Western Woman Walks Aheadattempts to do just that, and it succeeds. Leading its cast, the Academy Award-winning Jessica Chastain takes on another strong-willed woman role and explores an unconventional love that promises to bridge the gap between two sides of the American divide on the frontier. It tells the true story of an artist’s impression of a Native American resistance leader during the last months of his life and his assassination by U.S. government officials.
Chastain wears Catherine Weldon’s heart, a New York-based widowed painter who takes a train to the Dakotas with the mission to capture the larger-than-life Lakota chief Sitting Bull (Michael Greyeyes) on canvas in the late 19th century. During her stay with the towering leader in the months leading to his infamous horrible death, Catherine experiences the injustice faced by the Lakota people as frontier settlers mete out violence against the community and herself to suppress them. She learns about their plight in their fight for their land rights. In the process, she falls in love with her host’s charm and he with her intelligence and determination, though the film doesn’t push that button more than it should. The movie instead explores how systemic, brutal violence was used in the West to silence dissent and make it easy for settlers to grab land while the Natives were forcefully concentrated on reservations.Woman Walks Ahead is a mirror to America’s uncomfortable past, one that Susan White boldly paints with honesty.
‘Woman Walks Ahead’ Offers a Nuanced Portrayal of the Conflict Between Settlers and Native Americans
The film isn’t without its flaws, having drawn criticism for its historical inaccuracies, particularly in its portrayal of Sitting Bull’s death, and for slipping into the all-too-common white savior trope. The latter is a misstep that even well-intentioned films like Taylor Sheridan’s poignant Wind River haven’t managed to avoid. While for Sheridan’s film, it was Cory Lambert and Jane Banner‘s white characters who had to lead the search for a missing Indigenous woman on a reservation, for White’s Woman Walks Ahead, it is the portrayal of Catherine Weldon as the white woman who fuels the natives to find their voice. Yet, even with its misses, Woman Walks Ahead is one of the most nuanced portrayals of not just one of the most understated and misrepresented tragic historical events in America, but also the conflict between the U.S. government and Native Americans.
Through the simmering connection between Catherine and Sitting Bull, we get to understand Sitting Bull as a charismatic leader who had to make difficult choices for the sake of his people during a time of adversity. The film is restrained in its depiction of such a heavy message, avoiding grotesque violence while painting the dire picture through an emotional, intimate story with deep conversations that are probing and sometimes painfully candid. “You got a train from New York, right?” Sitting Bull rhetorically asks Catherine when she tries to convince him to permit her to paint him by stating how far she’s come. Catherine begins to see how even seemingly innocent actions, like riding a train built on Native lands, tie her to a system of oppression. While it is inherently problematic that the film places Catherine as the lens through which we get a snapshot of the Lakotas’ tribulations, it challenges her—and the audience—to reconsider the narratives of heroism and progress we’ve been fed. With Sitting Bull as Catherine’s primary witness to her perspective, they share the screen equally, and we see his charm and ugliness—a human being with limited choices against a powerful, aggressive, and violent occupier. Few Westerns, like Kevin Costner‘s magnificent directorial debut, Dances With Wolves, have touched on the atrocities committed against the Lakota people, but even fewer have put context to the conflict the way Woman Walks Ahead does.
‘Woman Walks Ahead’ Is a Visual and Emotional Landscape
Susanna White’s sweeping vistas are a character in their own right. Whether it is capturing the plains, the hills and mountains on the horizon, the spiritual-like cultural festivities of the Lakota people, or Catherine and Sitting Bull’s intimate connection, each image grounds the film in both its artistic beauty and brutal reality. Chastain does exceptionally well in a role in which she defies the status quo (both patriarchal and unjust), while her co-star, Michael Greyeyes, steals scenes with the intelligence and dignity with which he embodies his part. The film also has an incredible supporting cast, including Chaske Spencer and Oscar-winner Sam Rockwell. How do we reconcile the beauty of a place with the blood spilled to claim it?“I am just here to paint a painting,” Chastain’s Catherine Weldon defiantly says, and perhaps that’s what makes Woman Walks Ahead unforgettable, as it paints both worlds.
Woman Walks Ahead is available to rent on Prime Video in the U.S.
Jessica Chastain is known for her captivating performances, but her latest venture into the world of westerns has taken her talents to a whole new level. In this stunning film, Chastain plays a strong-willed woman caught in the midst of a violent and tumultuous period in history.
Set against the backdrop of the American West in the late 1800s, this film depicts a time of lawlessness and chaos, where survival was a daily struggle and justice was often served at the end of a gun. Chastain’s character is a fierce and determined woman who must navigate this harsh landscape while fighting for her own survival and that of her loved ones.
What sets this film apart from other westerns is its unflinching portrayal of the violence and brutality that defined this era. From tense shootouts to brutal acts of revenge, the film pulls no punches in depicting the harsh realities of life in the Wild West. But amidst the chaos and bloodshed, there is also a sense of hope and resilience, as Chastain’s character refuses to be broken by the world around her.
The cinematography in this film is simply breathtaking, with sweeping shots of the rugged landscape and intense close-ups that capture the raw emotion of the characters. The score adds an extra layer of depth to the film, evoking a sense of tension and urgency that keeps viewers on the edge of their seats.
Overall, this gorgeous, sweeping Jessica Chastain western is a must-see for anyone who appreciates a gripping and thought-provoking story. It’s a film that captures a violent moment in history that few movies have touched, and it does so with grace, beauty, and a powerful message that will linger long after the credits roll.
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In a world filled with violence and trauma, it can be easy to feel overwhelmed and hopeless. But there is always a path to healing and recovery, even for the invisible wounds that may not be visible to the naked eye.
Whether you have experienced physical violence, emotional abuse, or any other form of trauma, it is important to remember that healing is possible. It may take time and effort, but there are resources and support systems available to help you on your journey to recovery.
Therapy, support groups, and self-care practices can all be powerful tools in healing from invisible wounds. It is also important to surround yourself with positive and understanding people who can provide a safe space for you to share your experiences and emotions.
Finding hope in a violent world can be challenging, but it is essential for your mental and emotional well-being. By taking small steps towards healing and reaching out for support, you can begin to rebuild your sense of self and find a path towards a brighter future.
Remember, you are not alone in your journey towards healing. There are people who care about you and want to help you on your path to recovery. Stay strong, stay hopeful, and know that healing is possible, even in the midst of a violent world.
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