I was nearly won over by the ending, however, I’m unable to consider ‘The Dead Don’t Hurt’ something worthy of praise. I wasn't engaged by what appeared before my eyes, which was a letdown. The narrative didn't hold my attention, and the actors portraying the characters weren't up to par, as far as I could tell. Vicky Krieps gave a commendable performance and is likely the film’s strongest element. I appreciate Ga…

The film manages to pull off despite noticeable flaws in its storyline. It centers on the resolute Vivienne, portrayed by Vicky Krieps, a woman navigating a harsh, male-dominated world of westward expansion during the 1860s. She crosses paths with Olsen, played by Viggo Mortensen, who is depicted as an upstanding and considerate man. They journey to his isolated, somewhat dilapidated dwelling where they begin buildin…