Place of Bones

I don't understand how people are giving this such glowing reviews. The acting is lifeless, it comes across as if they are actually just reading the lines. The dialogue is so cliched I can confidently say it must have been written by Yosemite Sam. The locations consist of one small house with barn and outhouse and one wooded area, that's pretty much it.

So after 60-80 minutes of not very much you get a very lazy shootout and a twist ending which really should have been the idea for the whole plot instead of just a twist.

Better acting or a better script, or better action, any of those would have raised this up to be a 5 star movie but all of them just fail.

Place of Bones, directed by Audrey Cummings, is a gripping tale of survival set against the harsh backdrop of a remote ranch. The film, featuring a strong cast including Heather Graham, Tom Hopper, Corin Nemec, Brielle Robillard, and more, delivers a compelling and intense narrative. The story follows a mother and daughter whose lives are upended when a wounded outlaw, seeking refuge, leads a notorious bank robber and his ruthless gang to their doorstep, all in pursuit of a stolen fortune.

The cinematography captures the raw and endless landscape, perfectly complementing the tension that builds throughout the film. The performances are commendable, with each actor bringing depth and authenticity to their roles. Corin Nemec delivers a particularly memorable performance, portraying a ruthless thief with a surprising depth that evolves as the story unfolds. Nemec's portrayal is grounded and truthful, subtly revealing the complexities of his character without ever losing the edge that makes him so compelling. It's the kind of performance that showcases Nemec's skill as an actor, blending intensity with just the right amount of vulnerability.

Cummings' direction keeps the pace taut, ensuring that viewers remain invested in the unfolding drama. The plot is well-constructed, keeping the audience on edge as the story progresses toward an unexpected and satisfying conclusion. The ending, in particular, is a standout, delivering a twist that is both surprising and fulfilling. Overall, Place of Bones is a well-crafted western thriller that showcases solid performances, effective storytelling, and Beautiful cinematography, making it a must-watch for fans of the genre.

It was quite clichéd throughout. A desperate widow and her daughter live alone in the middle of nowhere, with no horses or obvious farming-just a grave for her deceased husband and nothing else. I thought the girl was feeding chickens, but there are no chickens to be fed; she's just scattering small stones around. One day they end up with a con man and a bunch of stolen money in their cabin. How will they survive the real bad guys who are after the con man? I watched with many questions until, at the very end, everything falls into place. This is one of those movies where you can expect a sequel. Just for the ending, my rating goes from 5 to 8.

A woman and teenage daughter are forced to defend themselves when an injured man attracks outlaws to their homestead.

This is a very B movie. The storyline is quite predictable but attempts to put a little twist on the ending. The writing, character development and overall atmosphere leaves a lot to be desired. Poor dialog, uninteresting characters and forced acting feels cringy, unnatural and much like a community theater performance. I felt myself forcing interest to finish watching it. The twist also falls flat.

This is not a film I'll be recommending to anyone unless they're just looking for something challenging to watch from beginning to the end.

This was a decent western, and I am not into western movies generally due to the slanted views of Indigenous Americans and the Misogynist treatment of women.

That being said, I found this one watchable, but not without plot holes and actions by the women that seems off base due to their circumstances.

The male antagonist lived up to their roles of being of the same mindset of right-wing maganuts. So I commend them on their acting chops. I didn't like any of them, so they did an excellent job.

Other than some of the antics by the daughter and two gapping plot holes, I quite enjoyed this.

Oh yeah, the twist at the end was nifty and after it came up I had an Aha moment.