The Missouri Breaks

A meandering, offbeat western that drifts between brutal violence and oddball humor, leaving a lingering sense of unease.

Directed by

Arthur Penn

Genres

Western, Drama

Starring

Marlon Brando, Jack Nicholson, Randy Quaid

Tagline

One steals. One kills. One dies.

Overview

When vigilante land baron David Braxton hangs one of the best friends of cattle rustler Tom Logan, Logan's gang decides to get even by purchasing a small farm next to Braxton's ranch. From there the rustlers begin stealing horses, using the farm as a front for their operation. Determined to stop the thefts at any cost, Braxton retains the services of eccentric sharpshooter Robert E. Lee Clayton, who begins ruthlessly taking down Logan's gang.

How it feels

Dark, melancholic, absurd and cynical. Slow-burning and needs your attention.

About

Revenge, corruption, violence, class

Content

Strong violence. Mild gore, sexual content and language.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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