I wasn’t initially drawn in by the opening of this movie. Chris Pine ("Toby") and Ben Foster, as his brother "Howard," commit some robberies against smaller banks, which brings them to the notice of Jeff Bridges, playing Texas ranger ("Hamilton"), who is preparing to retire and seems generally grumpy. However, it ultimately proved to be much better than I initially thought; the characters are well-developed, the writ…

This new Western really hits all the marks, boasting a well-managed rhythm, a straightforward yet impactful script, beautiful visuals, subtle moments of levity, and performances from actors who clearly know what they’re doing. It's an enjoyable experience overall. 8/10

The director known for 'Starred Up' delivers something reminiscent of 'The Place Beyond the Pines'. It evokes a modern western feel, largely due to its Texas setting and the absence of contemporary technology like phones or computers; it’s an old-school narrative. The film centers on two brothers involved in bank robberies, driven by some underlying purpose, while two police officers attempt to track them down and ap…