Movies like The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford

Key Features:: Western, Outlaw, Biography, Infamy, Obsession, Betrayal, Idol worship, Gang, Historical drama, Violence-moderate, Moral ambiguity
Tone:: serious, restrained, poetic
Target Audience:: Western enthusiasts, Fans of historical dramas, Viewers interested in character studies, Those seeking thought-provoking narratives
Emotional Arc:: Admiration → Jealousy → Regret

The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford

2007-09-20

Outlaw Jesse James is rumored to be the 'fastest gun in the West'. An eager recruit into James' notorious gang, Robert Ford eventually grows jealous of the famed outlaw and, when Robert and his brother sense an opportunity to kill James, their murderous action elevates their target to near mythical status.

Genres

Drama, Western

Cast

Brad Pitt, Casey Affleck, Sam Rockwell, Paul Schneider, Jeremy Renner, Garret Dillahunt, Sam Shepard, Mary-Louise Parker, Zooey Deschanel, Ted Levine

Crew

Andrew Dominik, Andrew Dominik

Rating

★7.047(2656 votes)