"The Thicket" is a 2024 American Western thriller directed by Elliott Lester, adapted from Joe R. Lansdale's 2013 novel. The film features Peter Dinklage as Reginald Jones, a bounty hunter, and Juliette Lewis as the outlaw Cut Throat Bill.
Plot Summary:
Set in early 20th-century West Texas, the story follows Jack Parker (portrayed by Levon Hawke), a young man on a quest to rescue his sister Lula (Esmé Creed-Miles) after she's kidnapped by the notorious killer Cut Throat Bill and her gang. Jack enlists the help of Reginald Jones, a crafty bounty hunter, along with a grave-digging alcoholic and a street-smart prostitute. Their journey leads them into the perilous no-man's-land known as "The Thicket," where danger and chaos prevail.
Themes:
Vengeance and Justice: The film explores the lengths to which individuals will go to seek justice for their loved ones.
Survival: It delves into the challenges of surviving in a lawless and hostile environment.
Moral Ambiguity: The narrative examines the complexities of right and wrong in a world where the lines are blurred.
Awards: 2 nominations (Academy of Science Fiction, Fantasy & Horror Films, 2024)
Reviews:
The film has received mixed reviews:
Production Companies:
Tubi Films
Nomadic Pictures
Estuary Films
Next Production
Distribution:
Distributor: Samuel Goldwyn Films
Release Date: September 6, 2024
Link IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt4058618/
About movie: https://www.samuelgoldwynfilms.com/the-thicket/
Link to watch: https://www.justwatch.com/us/movie/the-thicket?utm_source=chatgpt.com (US), https://www.justwatch.com/ca/movie/the-thicket (Canada)
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