Assassination of Jesse James by Coward Robert Ford

icehog3 · 12-12-2008, 11:45 PM

Fianlly caught this movie on HBO a couple nights ago. I recommend it, but only if you enjoy character studies and are not merely looking for a old fashioned "shoot-em-up" Western.

Movie starts off pretty slow, but develops well after about 30 minutes, Casey Affleck gives an amazing performance as Robert Ford, and the account of Jesse James' last days is much closer to the truth than in prior "biographies". The movie was actually shot on location in Alberta, Canada (mostly Calgary), and the scenery is amazing as well.

So, if you enjoy historical charcter studies, you should enjoy this flick. If you are looking for "The Outlaw Josey Wales" (which I also love, for the record), then probably not. This is closer to "Unforgiven" than to "Wales".

Mark C · 12-13-2008, 06:46 AM

I've been wanting to catch this, just haven't gotten around to it. Thanks for the review!

12-13-2008, 07:02 AM

I agree, the movie is a good one in that it is about the story of what took place. I use to live about 10 miles from Liberty, Mo. where the real location took place and it by no means looks like what it does in the movie.

icehog3 · 12-13-2008, 08:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Cigary

I agree, the movie is a good one in that it is about the story of what took place. I use to live about 10 miles from Liberty, Mo. where the real location took place and it by no means looks like what it does in the movie.

Yup, dramatic license, I guess....though I am guessing Libery looked a lot different 120 years ago, too.

floydp · 12-13-2008, 08:15 AM

We watched it a few weeks ago on Blueray and gave it

Genetic Defect · 12-13-2008, 08:48 AM

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Originally Posted by floydp

We watched it a few weeks ago on Blueray and gave it

will have to put in my queue

Starscream · 12-13-2008, 12:29 PM

I thought this movie was f****n' awesome! Long, but good!

SteveA · 12-13-2008, 04:24 PM

I really enjoyed this movie. Most people I know didn't like it, said it was too slow. I'm a history junkie though so I like this kind of stuff.

croatan · 12-15-2008, 08:02 AM

I enjoyed the book a lot. Haven't seen the movie yet. Forgot it was out, honestly. Will have to look for it on HBO if it's running there.

replicant_argent · 12-15-2008, 08:06 AM

Same thing as Titanic... I know how it ends....

12-15-2008, 08:14 AM

I did enjoy this movie. A very "quiet" movie, is the best way I can describe it. Very slow paced. The settings were captivating and the dialogue was engaging. It drew me in despite it's slow pace.

icehog3 · 12-15-2008, 01:12 PM

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Originally Posted by replicant_argent

Same thing as Titanic... I know how it ends....

Yeah, you are going to know how any historical biography ends, so that means you can't watch it, Pete?

It's not about the destination.....it's about the journey.

replicant_argent · 12-15-2008, 01:32 PM

I'm a simple man, not nearly as complex as my brethren. The "Weekend at Bernies" ilk is the epitome of cinematic genius, as far as I am concerned.
OK, maybe not... I have seen the trailer for it and saw a few snippets here and there about it on Reelz, it appears to have gone under the radar of most of the dubiously instantly gratified movie-going Joe Schmo. The title makes me laugh every time I hear it, it is on my Netflix queue.

A little history isn't so bad occasionally, I suppose. I will dust off my copy of Lawrence of Arabia as penance this week, Father Tom.

icehog3 · 12-15-2008, 01:35 PM

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Originally Posted by replicant_argent

I'm a simple man, not nearly as complex as my brethren. The "Weekend at Bernies" ilk is the epitome of cinematic genius, as far as I am concerned.
OK, maybe not... I have seen the trailer for it and saw a few snippets here and there about it on Reelz, it appears to have gone under the radar of most of the dubiously instantly gratified movie-going Joe Schmo. The title makes me laugh every time I hear it, it is on my Netflix queue.

A little history isn't so bad occasionally, I suppose. I will dust off my copy of Lawrence of Arabia as penance this week, Father Tom.

Perhaps "Boy's Town" might be a better choice...I think you could use a little Father Flanigan in your life right now, Pete.

Starscream · 12-15-2008, 03:00 PM

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Originally Posted by icehog3

It's not about the destination.....it's about the journey.

Wow. I teach that in English Literature. Well said.

MadAl · 12-15-2008, 07:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Mark C

I've been wanting to catch this, just haven't gotten around to it. Thanks for the review!

Me too! And thanks for reminding me

Boobar · 12-23-2008, 08:44 PM

I recorded this on the DVR and just haven't gotten a chance to watch it yet.

croatan · 12-24-2008, 07:48 AM

Finally got around to watching this two nights ago. I thought it was very well done and really enjoyed the movie.

The three non-history-buffs who watched it with me, however, were bored to tears.

icehog3 · 12-24-2008, 09:41 AM

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Originally Posted by croatan

Finally got around to watching this two nights ago. I thought it was very well done and really enjoyed the movie.

The three non-history-buffs who watched it with me, however, were bored to tears.

I figured you might like this one, James...but no doubt it's not for everyone.

12-12-2008, 11:45 PM	#1
icehog3 Admiral Douchebag Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Tom Location: Clermont, Kentucky Posts: 70,564 Trading: (60)	Assassination of Jesse James by Coward Robert Ford Fianlly caught this movie on HBO a couple nights ago. I recommend it, but only if you enjoy character studies and are not merely looking for a old fashioned "shoot-em-up" Western. Movie starts off pretty slow, but develops well after about 30 minutes, Casey Affleck gives an amazing performance as Robert Ford, and the account of Jesse James' last days is much closer to the truth than in prior "biographies". The movie was actually shot on location in Alberta, Canada (mostly Calgary), and the scenery is amazing as well. So, if you enjoy historical charcter studies, you should enjoy this flick. If you are looking for "The Outlaw Josey Wales" (which I also love, for the record), then probably not. This is closer to "Unforgiven" than to "Wales". __________________ Thanks Dave, Julian, James, Kelly, Peter, Gerry, Dave, Mo, Frank, Týr and Mr. Mark!

12-13-2008, 06:46 AM	#2
Mark C Feeling at Home Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: SE PA Posts: 674 Trading: (4)	Re: Assassination of Jesse James by Coward Robert I've been wanting to catch this, just haven't gotten around to it. Thanks for the review!

12-13-2008, 07:02 AM	#3
Cigary Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Assassination of Jesse James by Coward Robert I agree, the movie is a good one in that it is about the story of what took place. I use to live about 10 miles from Liberty, Mo. where the real location took place and it by no means looks like what it does in the movie.

12-13-2008, 08:15 AM	#5
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12-13-2008, 12:29 PM	#7
Starscream Knowhutimean, Vern? Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Andy Location: In a little town somewhere in the USA Posts: 10,237 Trading: (4)	Re: Assassination of Jesse James by Coward Robert I thought this movie was f****n' awesome! Long, but good! __________________ Insert quote here.

12-13-2008, 04:24 PM	#8
SteveA Adjusting to the Life Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Steve Location: MT Posts: 265 Trading: (3)	Re: Assassination of Jesse James by Coward Robert I really enjoyed this movie. Most people I know didn't like it, said it was too slow. I'm a history junkie though so I like this kind of stuff.

12-15-2008, 08:02 AM	#9
croatan Missing Peter Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: James Location: la Vuelta Abajo Posts: 3,727 Trading: (6)	Re: Assassination of Jesse James by Coward Robert I enjoyed the book a lot. Haven't seen the movie yet. Forgot it was out, honestly. Will have to look for it on HBO if it's running there. __________________ Fumo ergo sum.

12-15-2008, 08:06 AM	#10
replicant_argent Gravy Boat Winnah. Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Pete Location: my attorney has advised against giving this information to insane people Posts: 5,326 Trading: (22)	Re: Assassination of Jesse James by Coward Robert Same thing as Titanic... I know how it ends.... __________________ www.stogietorch.com Some days call for a stiff Pomade.

12-15-2008, 08:14 AM	#11
vicvitola Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Assassination of Jesse James by Coward Robert I did enjoy this movie. A very "quiet" movie, is the best way I can describe it. Very slow paced. The settings were captivating and the dialogue was engaging. It drew me in despite it's slow pace.

12-15-2008, 01:32 PM	#13
replicant_argent Gravy Boat Winnah. Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Pete Location: my attorney has advised against giving this information to insane people Posts: 5,326 Trading: (22)	Re: Assassination of Jesse James by Coward Robert I'm a simple man, not nearly as complex as my brethren. The "Weekend at Bernies" ilk is the epitome of cinematic genius, as far as I am concerned. OK, maybe not... I have seen the trailer for it and saw a few snippets here and there about it on Reelz, it appears to have gone under the radar of most of the dubiously instantly gratified movie-going Joe Schmo. The title makes me laugh every time I hear it, it is on my Netflix queue. A little history isn't so bad occasionally, I suppose. I will dust off my copy of Lawrence of Arabia as penance this week, Father Tom. __________________ www.stogietorch.com Some days call for a stiff Pomade.

12-23-2008, 08:44 PM	#17
Boobar Rubber Room Wall Bouncer Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Bob Location: Northcentral PA Posts: 428 Trading: (37)	Re: Assassination of Jesse James by Coward Robert I recorded this on the DVR and just haven't gotten a chance to watch it yet. __________________ Bob

12-24-2008, 07:48 AM	#18
croatan Missing Peter Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: James Location: la Vuelta Abajo Posts: 3,727 Trading: (6)	Re: Assassination of Jesse James by Coward Robert Finally got around to watching this two nights ago. I thought it was very well done and really enjoyed the movie. The three non-history-buffs who watched it with me, however, were bored to tears. __________________ Fumo ergo sum.