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Cowboys & Aliens (2011)

In 1873 New Mexico, a man with no memory and a mysterious bracelet on his wrist stumbles into the town of Absolution. Recognized as outlaw Jake Lonergan, he is arrested but soon caught up in an alien attack. With the town’s residents, including a powerful cattle baron and a mysterious woman named Ella, Lonergan forms a posse to fight the extraterrestrial threat.

Length: 1h 58m
Genre: Science Fiction, Western, Action
This Title is: Adventurous, Intense, Thrilling

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Trailer

Cast

  • Daniel Craig as Jake Lonergan
  • Harrison Ford as Colonel Woodrow Dolarhyde
  • Olivia Wilde as Ella Swenson

Parental Guidance

Maturity Rating: PG-13

Contains intense sequences of western and sci-fi action and violence, some partial nudity, and a brief crude reference.

Trivia

  • The film blends Western and Sci-Fi genres in a unique setting.
  • Despite its comic title, the movie maintains a serious Western element.
  • Aliens in the film are designed to be both cool and captivating.

Our Review

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Cowboys & Aliens offers a unique blend of Western and Science Fiction elements, with standout visual effects and a compelling premise. However, the film struggles with tone consistency and screenplay depth, leading to a mix of critical opinions. Despite these challenges, the performances, particularly from Daniel Craig and Harrison Ford, bring gravitas to this adventurous narrative.

Critic Scores

Cowboys & Aliens has received a mixed positive review by the critics.

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