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Showdown in Yesteryear

  • 2023
  • 1h 59m
IMDb RATING
7.6/10
85
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Showdown in Yesteryear (2023)
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An aspiring cowboy discovers a peculiar door standing alone in an open field. His curiosity leads him through it and into the lawless frontier of 1860s America, where he must navigate a peri... Read allAn aspiring cowboy discovers a peculiar door standing alone in an open field. His curiosity leads him through it and into the lawless frontier of 1860s America, where he must navigate a perilous world of gunslingers and outlaws.An aspiring cowboy discovers a peculiar door standing alone in an open field. His curiosity leads him through it and into the lawless frontier of 1860s America, where he must navigate a perilous world of gunslingers and outlaws.

  • Director
    • Aaron Bratcher
  • Writers
    • Gregory Lamberson
    • Tim O'Hearn
  • Stars
    • Vernon Wells
    • Debra Lamb
    • Tim O'Hearn
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    7.6/10
    85
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Aaron Bratcher
    • Writers
      • Gregory Lamberson
      • Tim O'Hearn
    • Stars
      • Vernon Wells
      • Debra Lamb
      • Tim O'Hearn
    • 11User reviews
    • 3Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 15 wins & 16 nominations total

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    Vernon Wells
    Vernon Wells
    • Orson Kane
    Debra Lamb
    Debra Lamb
    • Marion McMurtry
    Tim O'Hearn
    Tim O'Hearn
    • Doby Bristol
    Aaron Bratcher
    Aaron Bratcher
    • Bundy the Bartender
    Jeff Grennell
    Jeff Grennell
    • Daryl Dumwoody
    Regina Wills
    • Baker
    Michelle Snyder
    Michelle Snyder
    • Sandy
    Steve Graf
    • Sheriff Dobbs
    Rodney Acton
    • Old Man Jasper
    Wade Brinson
    • Major Crea
    Trina Hayes
    • Kelly
    Jesse Marciniak
    Jesse Marciniak
    • Jesse 'The Beast' Bristol
    Jessica Quinlan-Park
    • Harper
    Don Bower
    Don Bower
    • Busey the Bank Teller
    M.K. Smith
    • Deputy Harris
    Steve Leasure
    • Ben
    Patrick Lamba
    • Randy
    Sharlene Montgomery
    • Lefty
    • Director
      • Aaron Bratcher
    • Writers
      • Gregory Lamberson
      • Tim O'Hearn
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    User reviews11

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    8fvjydjw

    Compelling Tale!

    This film was beautifully shot in an authentic looking locale, the characters were superbly cast from the sheriff to the local land baron, the bad guys, and even the townspeople - all spot on! The underlying musical score accentuated the action perfectly. Even the theme song by Tim Ruffo is top shelf! But those three elements alone can't carry a film. The true star of this fantasy western is the story and screenplay. The director and team did a masterful job of melding all these elements together into a nice tidy package! Kudos to Producer Tim O'Hearn and his vision! Can't wait to see what these guys come up with next!
    8pamkberg

    Great character development and cinematography

    So much to like about this movie! I was hooked in the first few minutes. Jeff Grennell does a fantastic job as the lead, delivering a nuanced and surprisingly moving performance (only surprising because I wasn't expecting to FEEL so much while watching an indie Western). I enjoyed that it's a fresh take on the "someone accidentally went back in time to the Wild West" theme, specifically the way you're pulled into Daryl's character and his spiralling situation before it happens. Jesse Marciniak and Vernon Wells make great dual villains. There are no clunkers in the cast. And seriously, the cinematography is just awesome - the closeups are really well done. Good writing, good acting, totally worth a watch for Western fans.
    8Bartman-2

    Enjoyable fantasy/western adventure for all.

    I saw this movie at a hometown screening in Gouverneur, NY to be quite enjoyable. It starts out with an old timer that is down and out on his luck. He yearns for the old westerns that John Wayne was featured in. He loses his girlfriend and then his job which brings him to a field where he contemplates suicide. Out of nowhere, he finds a door that seems to lead nowhere. Once entering the door, it transports him to the old west where he eventually finds common interests and meaning with the locals. He too then finds a purpose there that eventually transforms him to become the hero. Highly recommended.
    9tncampbell-96116

    Make sure the saddle is on tight.

    There are very few movies that have grabbed me like that one has. This is something I will be viewing over and over again.

    The story line speaks to our many facets of life. It stirs the soul. You can't suppress the empathy, as your being drawn increasingly deeper into the character's perspective.

    I found this film to deliver an extremely unique and well balanced, mixed genre, that creates a phenomenal viewer experience. Quite simply stated, you must see it to appreciate the full effect of what has been created.

    I can't begin to imagine how it could have been made any better.

    We can always hope there's a sequel!
    9msueb-45417

    Absolute Joy to watch

    This movie kept me interested the whole time. It streamed smoothly throughout the entire movie. I laughed at several scenes and knew many people who would definitely relate to this character. Jeff Grennell was fantastic in this movie. He was so versatile and believable. I could definitely feel what he was feeling. The landscape of the picture was breathtaking and seemed so realistic of what it may have been like back then. The "door" threw me off, only wishing there were really doors out there like that. I suggested to several friends to watch this movie and guaranteed them they will love it! I watched this movie from my home but would have loved to watch it at the movies to hear all the laughter and remarks afterwards.

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      A lot of the cast work at Dogwood Pass (Western town location) doing wild west shows.
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      Written by Tim Ruffo

      Performed by Tim Ruffo

      Courtesy of Tim Ruffo Music

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    • Release date
      • September 1, 2023 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Tagasi metsikusse läände
    • Production company
      • Ass Backwards Films
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      1 hour 59 minutes
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    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.35 : 1

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