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No Country for Old Men

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While out hunting, Llewelyn Moss (Josh Brolin) finds the grisly aftermath of a drug deal. Though he knows better, he cannot resist the cash left behind and takes it with him. The hunter becomes the hunted when a merciless killer named Chigurh (Javier Bardem) picks up his trail. Also looking for Moss is Sheriff Bell (Tommy Lee Jones), an aging lawman who reflects on a changing world and a dark secret of his own, as he tries to find and protect Moss.
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Bolstered by powerful lead performances from Javier Bardem, Josh Brolin, and Tommy Lee Jones, No Country for Old Men finds the Coen brothers spinning cinematic gold out of Cormac McCarthy's grim, darkly funny novel.

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Wendy Ide Times (UK) Roger Deakins’s cinematography is as much a star of the film as any of the cast. Nov 21, 2023 Full Review Joe Sommerlad Independent (UK) The Coen Brothers are back with a triumphant return to form. Feb 28, 2018 Full Review Liz Hoggard London Evening Standard The lack of respect for the body, the sheer bloody aftermath depresses me. Yes, they may handle the killing with verve and ironic tension, but this is a Coen brothers film too far. Jan 11, 2018 Full Review Cory Woodroof For the Win (USA Today) This is easily one of the best films the Coens have made, and it’s absolutely one of the greats we’ll remember for decades to come. Feb 22, 2024 Full Review Danielle Solzman Solzy at the Movies No Country for Old Men is in the top tier of the Coen Brothers filmography and is among the best films they have ever made. Rated: 5/5 Feb 21, 2024 Full Review Sean Axmaker Stream on Demand A model of simple, strong, evocative storytelling pared down to the bone, 'No Country' is filled with richly-drawn characters and an enthralling story that builds merciless momentum. Aug 19, 2023 Full Review Read all reviews

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Jacinta S No question, this amusement ride will shock you. And if you don't like Woody Harrelson you'll enjoy seeing him in a twist. The scene at the service station will haunt you as will the device used by the villian. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 11/29/24 Full Review Muhammed a There were scenes in the movie that I was very bored with, and one character was wasted in the movie, other than that, the ending was a bit open-ended, but I really liked the acting of the character and the enemy in the movie. If it wasn't for that character, I would give the movie a very low score, but if it wasn't for that character, I don't think anyone would give the movie that much score. Rated 3 out of 5 stars 11/27/24 Full Review Marco L Los hermanos Coen han logrado crear una atmósfera opresiva y cautivadora, donde la tensión crece con cada escena. La impecable actuación de Javier Bardem deja una huella imborrable, transmitiendo un peligro casi palpable en cada gesto y palabra. Sin embargo, el tono distante y la estructura narrativa, que se mantiene extremadamente fiel a su fuente literaria, pueden resultar algo fríos para ciertos espectadores. La dirección es magistral, con un control absoluto sobre la imagen y el ritmo, pero el relato parece resistirse a ofrecer una conclusión convencional o emocionalmente redonda. ¿Crees que ese desenlace ambiguo y casi nihilista aporta más profundidad o deja una sensación de vacío? Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 11/26/24 Full Review Stephan S Hey Guys Here's my Review (I translated it from German to English with ChatGPT so sorry if the English feels kinda weird) It’s important to acknowledge that *No Country for Old Men* has all the elements of a great film. Unfortunately, for me, it still fails to *be* a great film. The movie’s execution as a neo-Western—with its cinematography, music, and raw Texan accents—is phenomenal. It’s a near-perfect and rarely seen revival of the genre. The performances, too, range from good to outstanding. Javier Bardem as the main antagonist deserves special mention—an incredible performance that gave us one of the most memorable villains in film history. The story is told sparingly and without unnecessary exposition, trusting the audience to be intelligent enough to piece things together. Of course, the film has many other great qualities, but I’ll stick to the most obvious ones. So, why is it (in my opinion) *not* a great film? Before a film can be a masterpiece, it has to be one thing above all: **it has to tell a great story**—one that captivates and resonates with the viewer. Before you dive into intellectual debates about a film’s deeper meaning, it needs to fulfill its core purpose: delivering a story that’s engaging and enjoyable to watch. After all, a movie is ultimately a 2-3 hour experience, and those hours should be enjoyable. Unfortunately, *No Country for Old Men* was not enjoyable to watch. Here’s why: The film builds up to a confrontation between Javier Bardem’s Anton Chigurh and Moss. At the start, Chigurh is two to three steps behind Moss. Later, he finds the motel and gets closer. Moss stays one step ahead. In the second motel scene, they’re nearly equal. They talk on the phone; Moss vows to kill Chigurh. The entire film revolves around this impending showdown. On one side, we have Moss and what he stands to lose. On the other, Chigurh and his cold, ruthless nature. The movie devotes scene after scene to developing their conflict. And then Moss is suddenly killed by the cartel. There’s no final confrontation. The film takes a 180-degree turn. While some might argue this twist is clever or bold, I found it frustrating and poorly executed. This isn’t *Shutter Island* or *Fight Club*—it’s just tension that never pays off. Entire scenes become pointless in hindsight. Honestly, it left me baffled and disappointed. I don’t mind if the villain wins. But letting the film meander for the last 40 minutes after Moss’s death was painful. Chigurh is a great villain, but not one you root for to win. For me, a film that starts as a 10/10 lost all its momentum because of this narrative choice. It became boring and somewhat pretentious—as if it was saying, “We killed the protagonist, and you *have* to like it, or you don’t understand cinema.” Well, no thanks. To me, the story always comes first. A movie can excel in every technical and artistic aspect, but if the story isn’t satisfying, the entire experience falls apart. This isn’t some experimental indie project—it’s still a Western. Unfortunately, the way the story unfolded ruined the film for me. A strong start ended with frustration. 3/5. Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 11/25/24 Full Review Marc Z This is a terrific and compelling adaptation of Cormac McCarthy's best selling novel. The Coen Brothers are unique and extraordinary filmmakers. They manage to make the story jump vividly from the page top the screen. Like all Coen films the movie is well Directed, well paced, and fully engaging. The characters played by this terrific cast really make the book's characters come to life. Tommy Lee Jones is great. Josh Brolin is perfect for the role. As most who have seen the previews for the film might not be surprised, Javier Bardeem creates one of the truly compelling villains in modern film history. I would recommend seeing this AND reading the book. They are great companions. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 11/19/24 Full Review Samuel S Its q weird movie, Anton is very scary. I like it because the movie is fun. I recommend this movie for the people who like suspense. The violence is graphic. But in general it’s great Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 11/19/24 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis While out hunting, Llewelyn Moss (Josh Brolin) finds the grisly aftermath of a drug deal. Though he knows better, he cannot resist the cash left behind and takes it with him. The hunter becomes the hunted when a merciless killer named Chigurh (Javier Bardem) picks up his trail. Also looking for Moss is Sheriff Bell (Tommy Lee Jones), an aging lawman who reflects on a changing world and a dark secret of his own, as he tries to find and protect Moss.
Director
Joel Coen, Ethan Coen
Producer
Joel Coen, Ethan Coen, Scott Rudin
Screenwriter
Joel Coen, Ethan Coen
Distributor
Miramax Films
Production Co
Miramax, Paramount Vantage, Scott Rudin Productions
Rating
R (Strong Graphic Violence|Some Language)
Genre
Crime, Drama, Mystery & Thriller
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Nov 21, 2007, Wide
Rerelease Date (Theaters)
Jan 25, 2008
Release Date (Streaming)
Apr 21, 2016
Box Office (Gross USA)
$74.3M
Runtime
2h 2m
Sound Mix
Dolby Digital, DTS, SDDS
Aspect Ratio
Scope (2.35:1)
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