Last Train to Fortune

A gentle, talky western road trip where two mismatched men trade wisdom and slowly warm to each other.

Directed by

Adam Rifkin

Genres

Drama, Western

Starring

Malcolm McDowell, James Paxton, Mary Steenburgen

Tagline

Is the book mightier than the gun?

Overview

When schoolteacher Cecil Peachtree misses the last train to Fortune, he strikes a deal with outlaw Dooley to secure safe and timely travel. On the journey, the two develop an odd friendship through the power of knowledge.

How it feels

Warm, earnest, whimsical and light. Measured and easy to follow.

About

Friendship, education, freedom, identity

Content

Mild violence and language. No gore or sexual content.

Note

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

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