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- naren shenoy3 mars 2026I can get behind slow burns. But man, this one is molasses. I guess there is a book, so maybe those who have read the book might enjoy it more? I watched this for two reasons. Peter Dinklage and James Hetfield (not that I expected much from Hetfield, but wanted to see what drew him to this project as I am a huge fan of his music). This feels like one of those movies where I missed something, but not sure I will come back to it, unless someone I know compels me to do so.
- Hakihiko16 december 2024A Gritty Western That Struggles to Stand Out The Thicket (2024) is a gritty Western thriller that has its moments but ultimately falls short of its potential. Based on Joe R. Lansdale's novel, the film sets up an intriguing premise: a young man seeking to rescue his kidnapped sister, teaming up with a bounty hunter and a quirky group of outcasts. The cast, led by Peter Dinklage, gives solid performances, especially Dinklage, who brings a grizzled charm and intensity to his role. Juliette Lewis also shines in her eccentric supporting part (on par with the performance of Dinklage, or even better). Visually, the film captures the rough, unforgiving world of the frontier, with a stark and at times beautiful atmosphere. There's a tangible sense of danger and lawlessness, enhanced by a strong score that keeps the tension simmering. However, despite these positives, The Thicket feels uneven. The pacing drags in places, with long stretches where not much happens. Some of the supporting characters, while entertaining, don't get enough depth to feel fully realized. I found the meeting with some characters rushed too. The plot, which starts strong, becomes somewhat predictable, relying on familiar Western tropes without offering much new to the genre. Overall, The Thicket has moments of grit and character, but its inconsistent pacing and lack of fresh storytelling prevent it from being more than an average watch. It's worth seeing if you're a fan of the genre or the actors involved, but it doesn't quite leave a lasting impact.
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The Thicket was released on 5 september 2024.
The Thicket was directed by Elliott Lester.
The Thicket has a runtime of 1h 45m.
The Thicket was produced by Peter Dinklage, David Ginsberg, Andre L III, Gianni Nunnari, Caddy Vanasirikul.
När den hårdkokta prisjägaren Reginald Jones rekryteras av en desperat man för att spåra upp en hänsynslös mördare som går under namnet Cut Throat Bill, samlar han ihop ett gäng osannolika hjältar för att hjälpa till med uppgiften. Tillsammans ger de sig ut på ett farligt uppdrag för att spåra upp Cut Throat Bill - ett uppdrag som tar dem in i ett dödliga ingenmansland känt som... The Thicket.
The key characters in The Thicket are Reginald Jones (Peter Dinklage), Cut Throat Bill (Juliette Lewis), Jack (Levon Hawke).
The Thicket is rated R.
The Thicket is a Kriminal, Västern, Thriller film.
The Thicket has an audience rating of 7.8 out of 10.