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The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford
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R,2hrs 40min
Released:
September 21, 2007
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Warner Bros. Pictures
Synopsis: Brad Pitt stars as legendary Wild West outlaw Jesse James in Chopper director Andrew Dominik's cinematic rendering of the events that would eventually bring about the death of the man rumored be the "fastest gun in the West." An eager recruit into James' notorious gang, Robert Ford eventually grows jealous of the famed outlaw. When Robert and his brother Charlie sense an opportunity to kill James, their murderous action elevates their target to near mythical status. Casey Affleck stars as Robert ... Full Synopsis
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By Todd McCarthy, Variety.com
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"... one of the best Westerns of the 1970s, which represents the highest possible praise." Full Review
Perry Seibert
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Director Andrew Dominik adopts a style throughout his new psychological western The Assassination of Jesse James By the Coward Robert Ford that he believes will give the film the weight and seriousness ... Full Review
Featured Cast
Jesse James
Robert Ford
Frank James
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