Bluehawk Posted January 28, 2018 #1 Posted January 28, 2018 "Hostiles" The wife and I went to this new (2017) film today, and enjoyed it a lot... as a kind of old-fashioned style Western, with a good emotional/ethical/personal core about some relationships between/within the U.S. Army and central Plains natives (Comanche and Cheyenne). I would not have attended to start with had it not been that the great Wes Studi stars in it as Chief Yellow Hawk. It takes place in the early 1890s, from Texas to Montana, through New Mexico and Colorado. There are some military/cavalry goofs in it, probably more than I am aware of - but that in no way (for us) detracted from the moral lessons and beauty of the film. It is well acted by all involved, and has a nice ending that some will appreciate greatly. Worth the time and expense, for sure to anyone who likes this sort of thing... and quite a relief from the unending "social justice" fare that fills so many screens these days. There is a natural element of that in the film, but it surely does not beat you over the head about it from minute one to the end. Most film critics seem to be sniping and snooty about it, for various reasons difficult to comprehend.
gwb123 Posted January 28, 2018 #2 Posted January 28, 2018 Thank you for the quick review. I'd been thinking of whether or not to go. Too many of the recent Westerns have had a very moralistic approach to them.
Bluehawk Posted January 28, 2018 Author #3 Posted January 28, 2018 It'll pluck the heart strings in a few places during...
Charlie Flick Posted January 29, 2018 #4 Posted January 29, 2018 I saw it, too. I thought it was excellent and commend it to all who are interested in seeing a quality Western motion picture. Regards, Charlie
dustin Posted January 29, 2018 #5 Posted January 29, 2018 Just got done watching it, Bluehawks' assessment is pretty right on. I would call it balanced on points of view from all sides.
Patchcollector Posted January 29, 2018 #6 Posted January 29, 2018 It looks like a great movie.I like Christian bail as an actor and Wes Studi is a fave of mine too.It's also directed by Scott Cooper,who has made some pretty decent films.I intend on seeing it.
67Rally Posted January 29, 2018 #7 Posted January 29, 2018 "Hostiles" Worth the time and expense, for sure to anyone who likes this sort of thing... and quite a relief from the unending "social justice" fare that fills so many screens these days. There is a natural element of that in the film, but it surely does not beat you over the head about it from minute one to the end. Most film critics seem to be sniping and snooty about it, for various reasons difficult to comprehend. Thank you for the succinct and non-revealing review of a film that piqued my interest. When I see period/historical films that touch on certain events or subjects that are often the targets of history-revision from SJW Hollywood, I am very reluctant to pay attention, let alone $15 per seat to see. Last year's Dunkirk was a pleasant surprise for me. I will be seeing Hostiles. Thanks, Bluehawk!
Bluehawk Posted January 29, 2018 Author #8 Posted January 29, 2018 Wise choice of film title, "Hostiles": www.dictionary.com/browse/hostile Late 15c., from Middle French hostile "of or belonging to an enemy" or directly from Latin hostilis "of an enemy," from hostis "enemy" (see guest). The noun meaning "hostile person" is recorded from 1838, American English, a word from the Indian wars.
Bluehawk Posted January 29, 2018 Author #9 Posted January 29, 2018 Toda raba, 67Rally I, too, greatly appreciated the "Dunkirk" film. Thank you for the succinct and non-revealing review of a film that piqued my interest. When I see period/historical films that touch on certain events or subjects that are often the targets of history-revision from SJW Hollywood, I am very reluctant to pay attention, let alone $15 per seat to see. Last year's Dunkirk was a pleasant surprise for me. I will be seeing Hostiles. Thanks, Bluehawk!
Adrian6256 Posted January 29, 2018 #10 Posted January 29, 2018 This was a great film, felt very real and Authentic, and not too Hollywood. I agree that the acting was amazing!!
panzerbait Posted February 10, 2018 #12 Posted February 10, 2018 The western vistas alone were worth the price of admission. Fortunately, it was also a very good film.
bobgee Posted February 10, 2018 #13 Posted February 10, 2018 Very enjoyable film------could get picky on a few observations but won't. Didn't effect the film so find them yourselves! Bobgee
439th Signal Battalion Posted February 11, 2018 #14 Posted February 11, 2018 Great movie! I haven't been to the theaters in some time and I am quite satisfied with seeing this.
Hookemhorns88 Posted February 11, 2018 #15 Posted February 11, 2018 Sitting at the theater now getting ready to see it. Can't wait!
Bluehawk Posted February 19, 2018 Author #16 Posted February 19, 2018 The film cost about $69,000,000 to make, and has earned roughly $30,000,000 internationally as of now.
panzerbait Posted February 20, 2018 #17 Posted February 20, 2018 How in the world could Hostiles have cost $69,000,000 to make?
Bluehawk Posted February 20, 2018 Author #18 Posted February 20, 2018 How in the world could Hostiles have cost $69,000,000 to make? Tried to get a handle on that, but not yet... plus, it was $39,000,000 not $69, sorry (fat finger malady). Salaries and fuel, mostly?
Bluehawk Posted March 5, 2018 Author #19 Posted March 5, 2018 Actor in this film Wes Studi, an in-country VN veteran, 18 months (A Co, 3rd Btn, 39th Inf, 9th Inf Div) gave a fitting tribute to some of the Hollywood Oscar-nominated U.S. military films of the past 90 years, this evening during the presentation.
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