Pat Garrett & Billy the Kid
Pat Garrett & Billy the Kid
In 1881 New Mexico, Pat Garrett, erstwhile traveling companion of the outlaw Billy the Kid, has become a sheriff, tasked by cattle interests with ridding the territory of Billy. After Billy escapes, Pat assembles a posse and chases him through the territory, culminating in a final confrontation at Fort Sumner, but is unaware of the full scope of the cattle interests' plans for the New West.
Mister Arn reviewedMay 18, 2025
"Pat Garrett and Billy the Kid," directed by Sam Peckinpah, embodies his signature gritty style. The film centers on the complex friendship between the title characters, yet it struggles to fully engage the audience in their emotional journey, focusing more on their restrained interactions. While it's a solid movie overall, it leaves a sense of dissatisfaction.