Review of The Homesman

So this is written, directed, and starring legendary actor Tommy Lee Jones. That being the case with his experience in film this should be something to look out for. This isn't his first bout with directing (Sunset Limited & The Three Burials of Melquiades Estrada), but it will probably be his most well known to date. So I decided to check it out for myself. The cast is incredible as well and the trailer gives us a look at a promising new Western. This is a pretty gritty story that could only work in the time period given. The beginning has a bit that can be pretty disturbing to most people. In fact the whole movie has a dark tone to it. If you have a week stomach I suggest skipping this one. It was not what I expected it to be at all. The acting was amazing. There were some unexpected twists and turns that made this one hell of a watch. Briggs is definitely a unique character. This kind of had the feeling of True Grit which I also liked and I don't really watch Westerns too often. I definitely suggest checking it out.