Horizon: An American Saga | Kevin Costner's Greatest Achievement?

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  • Kevin Costner's HORIZON: AN AMERICAN SAGA is one of the most ambitious film projects in the entire history of cinema. In this honest review, I talk about the film and its place in the American Western pantheon. Is this Kevin Costner's legacy?
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  • @CerealAtMidnight
    @CerealAtMidnight  Před 6 dny +3

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  • @rickr8173
    @rickr8173 Před 6 dny +26

    I saw this last night and loved it. I also went in begrudgingly based on the reviews and the length but ended up being transfixed from beginning to end. I wasn't bored for a second. I hope people ignore the reviews and see it

    • @CerealAtMidnight
      @CerealAtMidnight  Před 6 dny +15

      The tepid reviews are actually really worrying to me because I'm realizing how lazy, stupid, and shallow many of the "critics" have become. I said this elsewhere: give people a choice between a well-prepared steak dinner and a gas station sandwich and too many people will choose the gas station sandwich.
      At the end of the day I suppose it doesn't matter much because the movie exists and I get to enjoy it, but it's a sad time for our culture when we lap up mediocrity and feed the worst practices.

    • @JamesClark-lw6sw
      @JamesClark-lw6sw Před 4 dny +1

      MANY OF THE "CRITICS" ARE PAID OFF BY COMPETING STUDIOS AND DISTRIBUTORS TO TORPEDO CERTAIN MOVIES.

    • @steve-zk5zm
      @steve-zk5zm Před 2 dny

      @@CerealAtMidnighttotally agree. I am seeing it later this week, and can’t wait. I just recently watched OPEN RANGE for my first time. I loved it so much and is now one of my favorite Westerns of all time. And that’s saying something, as it’s my favorite genre. I probably own hundreds of Westerns (and that’s not even counting TV Westerns), and have probably watched a thousand.
      Thanks for the heartfelt review, Heath. Can’t wait to see it and discuss it more.

  • @porcine83
    @porcine83 Před 6 dny +13

    Agree about Open Range, excellent movie. Excited to see Horizon next week too.

  • @zakwan10
    @zakwan10 Před 5 dny +13

    Western fan but not a Kevin Costner fan with a couple of exceptions, I saw this today and loved it. I absolutely could have marched right back into that theater and watched another 3 hours part 2. I genuinely cared about these characters and what happens to them. If you love westerns or epic cinematography go see it on a big screen, don't listen to the naysayers complaining about the length or other things.

  • @isaiahlightsey2764
    @isaiahlightsey2764 Před 3 dny +14

    I’m soooooo glad someone finally has a positive review! I’m 26 and grew up watching westerns with my dad. Horizon was great! I hate how our society has such a short attention span that they won’t give a great movie a chance. I hope we get to see all 4 parts.

    • @tiphainec5055
      @tiphainec5055 Před 7 hodinami

      Glad to see many oved it ! It's a masterpiece ! All the French Public will back up Costner as they usually do cuz otherwise it's a typical american market movie ..

  • @deeghanty9939
    @deeghanty9939 Před 5 dny +39

    Please ignore the critics, they have no idea. Its a masterpiece. It will stir every emotion in your body: it was traumatic, dramatic, funny, sad, dusturbing and romantic. No CGI and truly authentic. Time flies and Im gripped by the story. Can not wait for part 2.

  • @SOJKAAMC
    @SOJKAAMC Před 3 dny +8

    This movie is absolutely a 10/10 masterpiece

  • @user-zd9yn5mz1f
    @user-zd9yn5mz1f Před 6 dny +5

    I am not crazy about Costner's politics, but he is always leaves it at the door and delivers great cinema. I am looking forward to making this film part of my July 4th weekend! Thanks for your take, Heath!

  • @troyhenry3267
    @troyhenry3267 Před 6 dny +8

    I'm actually stoked for this flick.
    I'm seeing it Saturday in IMAX!!

    • @clintoncampbell236
      @clintoncampbell236 Před 6 dny +1

      It looks like it would be amazing in I-max ! But I don’t want to drive an hour to get to the nearest I-max theater. Gonna see it Tuesday.

  • @JedEckert
    @JedEckert Před 3 dny +2

    So I just saw part one this afternoon and I was blown away. I couldn't get enough of it and I certainly didn't want it to end. I can't wait for part two in August.
    I've already pre-ordered parts one and two on 4K from Amazon Canada.
    After I saw your review the other day I was pumped!

  • @glockensig
    @glockensig Před 5 dny +5

    I saw it today. Good movie! I go to about one movie a year..... but will be going to see chapter two on release date in August!

    • @andresmora3469
      @andresmora3469 Před 5 dny

      Excuse me; i write to you from Colombia: were there good public in the cinema?

  • @olivierdube809
    @olivierdube809 Před 6 hodinami +1

    Just got out of the theater. I'm floored by Horizon. I expected a slow burn. When people say "nothing happens", or that it's "boring", then I know it's the kind of movie I'm looking for. Two of my favorites are Blade Runner 2049 and Apocalypse Now Redux, two epic movies that were deemed too long. The funniest thing that's been said about it is : "I can't help but feel that Part 1 is for characters and stories to be put in context, that it feels like the beginning of something bigger." Duh! It is Kevin Costner's best work and I am craving for Part 2. Part 3 is being shot, so we know we'll get this one too. It is the most beautiful western I've ever seen. Unforgiven is my all time favorite. I love the Sergio Leone flicks too, but I prefer this kind of cinema. Masterful. Costner doesn't seem to care if it ultimately fails moneywise. I think that it's the critics that have failed big time!

  • @bravexheart7
    @bravexheart7 Před 4 dny +2

    Performances were incredible… great cast… I did not feel like 3 hours to me .. excited for part 2 .. cinematography was amazing

  • @Vault420overseer
    @Vault420overseer Před 6 dny +3

    I really enjoyed seeing it last night. Cant wait to get it at home.

  • @jackrosati1438
    @jackrosati1438 Před 6 dny +5

    Wow I'm stunned, the concept sounded interesting but wasn't sure how it was going to end up. This is really high praise

    • @CerealAtMidnight
      @CerealAtMidnight  Před 6 dny +5

      It's certainly higher praise than I'm seeing from a lot of outlets, but I adore westerns, history, and movies that have things to say about the human condition. This ticks all my boxes and surpassed what I expected.

  • @SB0780
    @SB0780 Před 3 dny +1

    I LOVED THIS MOVIE. Felt like a real trip to the movies. I cannot wait for Part 2.

  • @2011blez
    @2011blez Před 4 dny +1

    Bravo on your review. I loved it

  • @slave_to_cinema
    @slave_to_cinema Před 4 dny

    Whoa! Im surprised but happy for the review! Im def going to see it Heath! Im really glad for the positive review! We need more movies like Horizon!

  • @derekchin6403
    @derekchin6403 Před 5 dny +1

    Absolutely loved it, and can’t wait for Chapter 2 and the rest.

  • @1165mac
    @1165mac Před 4 dny

    Thank you for propping up The Postman. I love it and never felt it was too long, even after multiple viewings. I look forward to Horizon.

  • @noahwalton3043
    @noahwalton3043 Před 6 dny +5

    i think alot of younger people my age dont vibe with these movies and its sad. i been told westerns are boring from alot of people and i just feel like people dont give these movies a chance. looking forward to this one

  • @zak122811
    @zak122811 Před 6 dny +2

    ‪Great review!! You hit the nail on the head. I agree with everything you said. This movie was an absolute breath of fresh air to me. An epic movie in scope and promise.
    It seems to me that the early reviews came from people who either went in with preconceived notions and held firmly into their bias, or flat out didn’t pay attention. To write the words insinuating that this movie was in any way boring is absolutely ridiculous.

  • @gillesduchaine
    @gillesduchaine Před 4 dny +2

    Thanks for the great review! Going to see it on a movie-date with my wife on tuesday, and been listening to the score non stop. Being a Costner fanatic, I s as going to see it no matter what, but I’ll be honest the mixed reponse got me scared… Now, you hyped me so much. Thanks again.

    • @gillesduchaine
      @gillesduchaine Před dnem +1

      Finally saw it last night, and I have to tell you, it was everything you said and more… I was transported.

  • @HandiMatic127
    @HandiMatic127 Před 6 dny +6

    Well Heath, now I'm very excited for this. The reviews have been pretty meh, saying it's meant for TV or something. But I place westerns on a pedestal typically and your thoughts on this just got me very hyped.

    • @CerealAtMidnight
      @CerealAtMidnight  Před 6 dny +5

      The reviews for this movie have been incredibly shallow. I'm really not sure what has happened to film criticism over the last few years. I think a new generation of critics has entered the scene and they're raised on Marvel movies, video games, and endless streaming shows. I predate all of that, and this movie is a return to a form that hasn't existed in a good long while.

    • @HandiMatic127
      @HandiMatic127 Před 6 dny +4

      @CerealAtMidnight I think we're the same age and you couldn't have articulated my sentiments any better. In the last several years, I think Oppenheimer and Dune Part 2 are the only films that got me truly excited in the way that I would be 20+ years ago. Horizon seems like the event movie I've been waiting for and it will be a shame that it won't get the audience it deserves.
      Right after your why Chinatown matters video, I watched it when my copy came. There's no way Hollywood would ever make that now. Legacy cinema matters more than ever. Thanks for doing what you do.

    • @hunterwilliams4250
      @hunterwilliams4250 Před 4 dny

      ​@CerealAtMidnight Hi Heath, I'm a regular here and always enjoy watching your videos. However, I find your comments on the supposed shallowness and stupidity of "critics" concerning. That is the same kind of rhetoric used by Marvel superfans and casual movie goers to deflect criticism and defend their enjoyment of largely commercial and mainstream cinema. "Critics" are not a singular entity nor do they exist on some ivory tower (many of them living on low wages and a love of cinema). In fact, some of these supposedly "new critics" who dislike the film are actually ones that contribute to some of the blu-rays you might review and have been writing on film for decades. I watched this movie today, and while I mostly enjoyed it, many of the criticisms leveled at the film aren't fabricated from nothing. The film has four narrative threads structured similarly to an episode of TV and the film ends with an *extended* trailer for the next film rather than an actual conclusion. Don't let your love for a movie foster hate or resentment for a group of people. Critics are not your enemy.

    • @drew311stylee
      @drew311stylee Před 4 hodinami

      @@hunterwilliams4250 critics may not be the enemy, but critics from back in our day often had to have some sort of minimal credentials. I know you won't receive what I'm saying right now, but Roger Ebert was respected and listened to first because he earned it (and was well educated and was the critic for the Chicago Sun-Times) and continued to earn it. It's a different landscape now because many critics are just bloggers without any sort of real credentials or reason to listen to them. I haven't read any reviews on Horizon but I can certainly imagine. Are they the enemy? No. Are they highly predictable and prone to judging movies based on what they aren't rather than what they are? Often yes. I don't put much stock in the bloggers these days.

  • @Mkr2400
    @Mkr2400 Před 3 dny

    I felt the same about this movie. Thanks for the review.

  • @tiphainec5055
    @tiphainec5055 Před 6 hodinami

    So Glad t have heard your reiew ! Got a new suscriber from France !!
    Will you go watch it again ?? I did tonight and I abslutely loved it , that production design my god !
    I think I'll go again in a few days, trying to bring ppl on ! Hope it will do ok in France as Costner is loved here. But Western I guess don't appeal too much abroad ..
    But the 3rd one is already being shot so we'll get that one at least !
    Thanks Costner ! What a legacy !

  • @prayerposition1
    @prayerposition1 Před 4 hodinami

    Fantastic review. Agree with everything you said. What a wonderful film. Loved every second of it.

  • @MatinAmerica
    @MatinAmerica Před 6 dny

    Well stated. Incredible setup to the saga with a bookend of tragedy from 2 perspectives that aren’t really the main story lines.
    There’s such a quilt of various Western era tropes. I can’t wait till the soldiers come back in ep 3 or whenever.
    I felt like I was there, living the scenes like Red Dead’s stories on the big screen. Amazing start.

  • @Badger_Scott
    @Badger_Scott Před 5 dny +1

    Thanks for your insight on this first part. I will be checking it out! The difficult issue with having 4 parts, is that someone might not have see part 3 or 2, or 1. It’s an extremely tough sell. I do love the ambition and passion behind it.

  • @user-qs1dc7qy4e
    @user-qs1dc7qy4e Před 6 dny +1

    Great video and analysis! I’m really looking forward to watching it. Unfortunately, I think it won’t do well at the box office😢

  • @dakinlowe36
    @dakinlowe36 Před 5 dny

    Thx Heath. I'll see it when it opens this week is aus. May have missed it otherwise.

  • @paulbraman8431
    @paulbraman8431 Před 4 dny

    Thanks again for a great video, I hope to see the movie this next week. I too love westerns. I just ordered all three Audie Murphy box sets from Kino Lorber for a very reasonable price. To Hell and Back is an inspiration to me as a retired Army Officer. Love your videos.

  • @shirleebusch1459
    @shirleebusch1459 Před dnem

    Just rewatched 1979's Centennial and it does a fine job of telling the history of the West. However, it took twelve episodes to do it. I'm looking forward to the coming chapters of Horizon to see how well he does the same job.

  • @rangerjim3872
    @rangerjim3872 Před 4 dny

    Saw it last night and feel the same as you. I love the long story westerns, Godless and The English. But what a treat to see such an epic on a big screen!

  • @AlexKnightVancouver
    @AlexKnightVancouver Před 5 dny +1

    It’s fascinating to me how many people I’ve talked to that find ANY movie with a slower pace “boring.” I know someone that said Oppenheimer was boring and they used a lot of “big words.” Unfortunately there are a lot of simple-minded people that are not deep thinkers that go to the movies.

  • @Steviedan-ts5pz
    @Steviedan-ts5pz Před 6 dny

    Glad ya liked it mate . I commented on your tweet before ya went . I'm now play Red Dead Redemption because of that movie lol

    • @CerealAtMidnight
      @CerealAtMidnight  Před 5 dny +1

      So am I! When I got home, I needed to keep the vibe going so I fired up Red Dead.

  • @anavigil8508
    @anavigil8508 Před 4 dny

    Great movie. You're so right.

  • @devonbrooks246
    @devonbrooks246 Před 6 dny

    I am taking your word for it Heath. If anyone knows a good western it is you. I might be a little nervous about the three hour time limit but I can do it. Also, Open Range is a very good western.

  • @James-yo5zh
    @James-yo5zh Před 6 dny +3

    Like Coppola with Megalopolis, Costner spent his own money to get this made. In press interviews to promote the film he's very aware of the risk he's taking but he believes in it so much that it's worth it for him. Love or hate these types of films, there is something to be said about artists (Welles, Cassavetes, Diesel (Riddick 3), etc.) that spend their own money on projects outside the studio system that they believe in.

    • @James-yo5zh
      @James-yo5zh Před 6 dny +2

      I forgot to add Kevin Smith into the mix who made Clerks off of credit cards.

    • @daveclark8337
      @daveclark8337 Před 6 dny

      Kevin chipped in $38 million. That wouldn't even cover the TV ad budget.

    • @James-yo5zh
      @James-yo5zh Před 6 dny

      @@daveclark8337 I think your right. I don't know what the total budget for Horizon Part One alone is (still three more to go) but still 38 mil is a lot of money for anyone to put up on something that's considered to have limited appeal at best in today's theatrical market. Very risky no doubt.

  • @shawntaylor7442
    @shawntaylor7442 Před 6 dny +1

    Absolutely love Open Range. I may try to get out and see Horizon in theater. Such a long stretch of time in the summer to be at the theater

  • @MrRutty1984
    @MrRutty1984 Před 5 dny +1

    I really enjoyed this film, definitely felt like a part one but still enjoyed. The characters kept me interested all the way through and my god the cinematography is incredible.

    • @JamesClark-lw6sw
      @JamesClark-lw6sw Před 4 dny

      Well, unlike waiting for another season of Yellowstone(years),.you can see part 2 in eight weeks!

  • @Old_Scot
    @Old_Scot Před 6 dny +2

    For some reason, Kevin Costner has always been the victim of Hollywood snark. When he was making Dances With Wolves, it was being demeaned as "Kevin's Gate" (after Heaven's Gate), and no-one had even seen it!
    I like this kind of art being created. It's the antithesis of Franchise moviemaking. One guy puts all his effort and love and money into creating something that he HAS to make, regardless of whether it's what is currently selling.
    Maybe it's the old Punk in me, but I think that's what all artists should do - disdain the trends and make what you KNOW is great!

    • @CerealAtMidnight
      @CerealAtMidnight  Před 6 dny +1

      You're so right, he's always been an underdog, even when he was winning Oscars. Everyone was thrilled when Waterworld tanked (pun intended). I suspect it's his ego, which is both a blessing and a curse: a blessing because without a healthy ego, you cannot achieve great things, but it puts you at odds with those who wish to see you fail.

  • @doktorgoulfinger
    @doktorgoulfinger Před 6 dny

    Sold!

  • @theninjateriakishow9456
    @theninjateriakishow9456 Před 6 dny +1

    Wasn't interested until this review. I'll have to check it out

  • @gbgary
    @gbgary Před 4 dny +1

    after reading some comments, how could anyone be surprised that Horizon is a great Western? ALL of his Westerns are great. Silverado, Dances..., Wyatt Earp, Open Range. oh...and don't let someone's politics deprive you of anything.

  • @clintoncampbell236
    @clintoncampbell236 Před 6 dny

    I’m going to watch it, soonest I can get there is Tuesday. Taking my oldest son (9) and my girlfriend.

  • @redpyro5585
    @redpyro5585 Před 2 dny

    Horizon wasn't bad at all, there are a few minor gripes I have with it, but I still enjoyed it overall. It's only the first chapter of 4, so I am excited to see the next parts.

  • @farmgirlrebel1333
    @farmgirlrebel1333 Před 5 dny +1

    I saw this on a Thursday matinee. I loved loved this movie. Had a low bar due to reviews but this was just wonderful on so many levels. This was just a set up...geez, I'm all in for the second in this series. I have read some reviews that people were confused by storylines. My gosh, they must have the attention span of Dory, not surprising in this TikTok age. The story lines were clearly unique and interesting. I honestly put this up with and probably surpassing Dune2 for my favorite film this year and probably a decade.

    • @CerealAtMidnight
      @CerealAtMidnight  Před 4 dny +2

      I don't understand the negative reviews at all, but your comment about the small attention spans leading to confusion rings true. The movie doesn't take us anywhere that we can't follow. I'm hearing criticisms about both this film and The Bikeriders that aren't valid--people simply not paying attention and then blaming the movie for not holding their hand.

  • @SnakeNel
    @SnakeNel Před 6 dny

    I have tickets to see this on Sunday night. I liked OPEN RANGE a lot more than DANCES WITH WOLVES (or THE POSTMAN or WATERWORLD). No IMAX or Dolby screenings, but they have one screening with Spanish subtitles.

  • @84paratize
    @84paratize Před 6 dny

    I wish this was playing in IMAX cinemas

  • @philipcurtis9983
    @philipcurtis9983 Před 6 dny

    Sounds interesting and I'll check it out but the long runtime does have me a little worried. 3 hours is about my limit for watching any movie. Oppenheimer was just right at about 3 hours but Killers of the Flower Moon had me looking at my watch in the last half hour.

  • @gbgary
    @gbgary Před 4 dny

    if you like westerns here are three you should see...Hostiles, News of the World, and Old Henry.
    can't wait to see Horizon.

  • @DelTalbot
    @DelTalbot Před 5 dny

    U got me😊

  • @michaelmcgee8543
    @michaelmcgee8543 Před 6 dny

    I just discovered my theater is only going to play the standard version . No Imax.

  • @user-lt1tz2md2d
    @user-lt1tz2md2d Před 3 dny

    Que Espetáculo ❤👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

  • @AntZombie121
    @AntZombie121 Před 5 dny +1

    An absolute masterpiece sadly I don’t think we will get parts 3 and 4 I hope I am wrong

  • @iwantmytvnow
    @iwantmytvnow Před 6 hodinami

    Horizon ruled.

  • @sebastianm.2901
    @sebastianm.2901 Před 6 dny +4

    My gut feeling tells me this is gonna bomb hard, like really hard.. no matter if its good or not.

    • @CerealAtMidnight
      @CerealAtMidnight  Před 6 dny +8

      I hope not, but it's far, far away from the kind of mindless crap that clogs up the box office week after week. There are no spaceships, no cars driving on submarines, and no cartoon characters being used to sell products. Really hoping adults show up for some mature storytelling here, but even if they don't, both Chapter 1 and Chapter 2 are done. They exist, and they will be seen and appreciated in time.

    • @sebastianm.2901
      @sebastianm.2901 Před 6 dny +1

      @@CerealAtMidnight I hope i am very wrong too, i always root for projects like this but the market is so weird right now and i don´t think its the time for a western.
      Johnny Depp´s Lone Ranger was a financial disaster and Johnny has a huge fan base.

    • @CerealAtMidnight
      @CerealAtMidnight  Před 6 dny +2

      Ironically, we're living in a modern golden age for the western, but getting people to get out of their houses and support something in a movie theater like we did just a few years ago is a real tough proposition. We complain about the lack of variety in our movies, but we're voting with our wallets every day.

    • @janefromtennessee
      @janefromtennessee Před 4 dny

      @@CerealAtMidnight agree!!

    • @sebastianm.2901
      @sebastianm.2901 Před 3 dny

      @@CerealAtMidnight I called it, only 3 days later and already news of it beeing a massive flop and everyone rips it apart.. thats not gonna end well.

  • @Malvito
    @Malvito Před 6 dny +1

    I don't know if people, generally, are hardwired towards a given attention span ... I think it varies from person to person, like everything else in this world... but I would love to be able to get a Coke or an Icee (or a Coke Icee) prior to the movie, and not worry about whether or not I am going to need to miss five minutes to take a wee. But an argument against a hardwired attention span might be made, noting not only, say, TITANIC or the LORD OF THE RINGS movies (especially the Director Cuts), but also the Roadshow Spectaculars from the past, such as GONE WITH THE WIND, THE TEN COMMANDMENTS, BEN HUR, or THE SOUND OF MUSIC. I do wish that the more recent ones would follow the lead of the older ones by adding an intermission. If someone's movie is already in excess of three hours long, the addition of an extra fifteen minutes to spare the audience the indignity of having to wear Depends or, worse, a catheter, is not exactly going to have any bearing on whether or not they can squeeze in another showing, unless the theater in question has a 24-hour performance cycle.
    Since you have said that this one is even bigger than HOW THE WEST WAS WON, a movie I so wish I could see in the original Cinerama, I am intrigued.

    • @CerealAtMidnight
      @CerealAtMidnight  Před 6 dny

      There's even a great place to put an intermission in this movie, but unfortunately we don't have them anymore, presumably so theaters can add an extra screening each day. Commerce tops comfort every time.

  • @jeremywadian310
    @jeremywadian310 Před 5 dny

    Speaking of Open Range, I love Open Range. When in the world will we ever get it on Blu Ray!?

  • @michaelmcgee8543
    @michaelmcgee8543 Před 6 dny +1

    If it was shot in 3-strip Cinerama or 70 mm Cinerama I might see it.

  • @jwilkins1008
    @jwilkins1008 Před 3 dny

    My theater has very few showings in small screens :(

  • @krono5el
    @krono5el Před 6 dny +1

    that still might go to waterworld : D

  • @gbgary
    @gbgary Před 4 dny

    have you seen Costner's Wyatt Earp? see it if you haven't! it's a big piece of his evolution to Horizon.

  • @ambientcafe
    @ambientcafe Před 4 dny

    *Surprised this was shot in the narrower 1:85 aspect ratio - as the epic vastness of the frontier landscape would've been better conveyed via the more expansive 2:40 scope format (a la 'Dances With Wolves') ☝️🙄

    • @meowmeow5131
      @meowmeow5131 Před 2 dny

      Yes, but you get closer to the characthers with a 1:85 format. I think Costner wanted that for this one. And 1:85 is more suited for tv, and most people will see this on tv.

  • @roberthealey526
    @roberthealey526 Před 6 dny

    I know part 2 or chapter. 2 has been made but have 3&4?

  • @DCToonTime
    @DCToonTime Před 6 dny

    Epic in scope with an overarching theme and sub stories contained within. Makes you think, reflect and feel. Not dumbed down for the masses. Your average adult American in 2024 has the attention span and comprehension level of a four year old.
    Great flick!

  • @michaelmcgee8543
    @michaelmcgee8543 Před 6 dny

    Good luck.

  • @jeffh9107
    @jeffh9107 Před 4 dny

    It's absolute insanity that someone could watch this movie, and come away from it acting like it isn't great. People get so caught up in things they believe to be "self indulgent" or a dozen other gripes that have NOTHING to do with the movie itself. Like love it or hate it I don't really care, but anyone denying the skill that went into this and what was pulled off is just not a serious person.
    (Awesome review btw)

  • @dustbin5044
    @dustbin5044 Před 4 dny

    Due to an unexpected bill, I can no longer afford to go to the movies unless someone can pay for me. I want to see this movie but I can't.

  • @poptopia1
    @poptopia1 Před 6 dny +2

    Has any other actor made as many top notch films as Costner?

    • @daveclark8337
      @daveclark8337 Před 6 dny

      Everyone has a different idea of 'top notch'. But yes, Kevin had a bunch of hit movies back in the 80s and 90s.

    • @daveclark8337
      @daveclark8337 Před 6 dny +2

      I personally would take Clint Eastwood hands down, as both a movie star and a Director. He's the 'Man wth No Name' AND Dirty Harry.

    • @poptopia1
      @poptopia1 Před 5 dny

      @@daveclark8337Totally forgot about Clint your right

  • @deltaforcechristians1030

    Will it overtake the greatest western EVER, "Once Upon a Time in the West"? We'll see.

  • @JedEckert
    @JedEckert Před 5 dny

    This is Costner's magnum opus.

  • @martinskov861
    @martinskov861 Před 2 dny +1

    I completely agree with your review of the film. Apart from the story, which is riveting, I felt, maybe for the first time, that I was truely transported back in time. Kevin Costner has managed to create a time machine that puts you directly into the mid to latter part of the 19th century. I have to see this movie again (and again)

  • @Eric-vt8ns
    @Eric-vt8ns Před 5 dny

    Were you under the weather when filming this? You have slightly different sound and energy.

  • @Foffs_Musings
    @Foffs_Musings Před 3 dny

    Does it feel incomplete? I am worried that 3&4 wont get made and it will ultimately feel incomplete. if they never made Return of the King, Fellowship of the Ring and Two Towers would still be good but the franchise legacy would be dead.

    • @CerealAtMidnight
      @CerealAtMidnight  Před 3 dny

      Yes it's incomplete, but it's no different from Dune, The Lord of the Rings, Star Wars, or any other film that we know is part of a larger series. I remember praying that I would live long enough to see Revenge of the Sith. Hahaha

  • @2148aa
    @2148aa Před 4 dny

    Everyone is fighting everyone and has enough energy and hatred to do it. Back to Waterworld I will go to understand the players.

  • @MyBennyO
    @MyBennyO Před 2 dny +1

    Great to see Costner directing again! I'm looking forward to the next three chapters myself as this has been the best film I've seen in the cinemas this year!
    However, when it comes to length, I agree with you to some degree. A 3.5 hour film like "Killers Of The Flower Moon" flew by and I didn't even notice and feel the length, while "Oppenheimer" felt like 20-30 minutes could've been cut. It all depends on the filmmaker in my opinion!
    Costner is one filmmaker that I trust with the length!

  • @clintoncampbell236
    @clintoncampbell236 Před 6 dny

    This is a novel in movie form. Go at it like that and you’ll be alright.

  • @jadapandy
    @jadapandy Před 2 dny

    Great film! Can't wait for part 2.

  • @2011blez
    @2011blez Před 4 dny

    Costner wants to correct the genre by making this

  • @slightlystrombeck
    @slightlystrombeck Před 22 hodinami +1

    What a great American saga from both perspectives!
    I could have left this movie and went straight to part 2.
    Epic movie making!

  • @ikaramba3954
    @ikaramba3954 Před dnem

    I can’t wait to see it! Really glad you liked it.

  • @ArshikaTowers
    @ArshikaTowers Před 5 dny

    Just got home from watching this movie. My biggest grip about the movie was the theatre was very hot.
    It is a western, it is long, it is the first movie of a saga. Keeps those things in mind while you watch the movie.
    It was a good movie. It had me entertained the whole way through, and I would be willing to watch it again under different circumstances.

  • @DefunctGames
    @DefunctGames Před 3 dny

    "There's no way to talk about this movie in terms of what's actually in it, because actually EVERYTHING is in it."
    Well ... everything except for a conclusion. It's 3 hours of set-up. Perhaps EVERYTHING will be in it when the other parts come out, but there's a lot missing from this particular film.

    • @CerealAtMidnight
      @CerealAtMidnight  Před 3 dny

      We know that going in. When Frodo and Sam wander out of the sunlight and into the shadow of Mordor at the end of The Fellowship of the Ring, there was ZERO discussion about how it wasn't a complete movie. We know what we're signing up for when we buy a ticket for a movie that's part 1 of a saga.
      Also, it's not just 3 hours of set up. There are character arcs that are fully completed. Just not those of our main characters.

  • @drew311stylee
    @drew311stylee Před dnem

    Saw Horizon today. A great experience. I'll be there for chapter 2.

    • @ploppill34
      @ploppill34 Před 8 hodinami +1

      No, you won’t because there won’t be a chapter 2 anymore😂😂😂😂

    • @drew311stylee
      @drew311stylee Před 8 hodinami

      @@ploppill34 what does that mean

    • @CerealAtMidnight
      @CerealAtMidnight  Před 5 hodinami

      He’s trolling you

  • @stephengaetano6720
    @stephengaetano6720 Před 2 dny

    Finally! A positive review on this one from someone i genuinely trust. Glad to hear that it's lived up to the hype of truly being a Western epic.

  • @thepalacesaloon5617
    @thepalacesaloon5617 Před 3 dny

    I am definitely going to see all 4 chapters.

    • @ploppill34
      @ploppill34 Před 8 hodinami +1

      Since there won’t be any more made, no, you won’t😂😂😂😂

  • @jasonprice4219
    @jasonprice4219 Před 20 hodinami

    This is the highest endorsement in my opinion. Can't wait to see it.

  • @gregpolutanovich1774

    Horizon is a excellent start to a great movie series..Looking forward to seeing the 2 part as more of the story unfolds .The first movie is a build up introducing the characters and story lines.

  • @tnbocon
    @tnbocon Před 4 dny

    Whether you feel like you would like it or not, it is worth supporting to break the monopoly of un-inspired re-treads that Hollywood continues to push down our throats. Costner self-funded and bridged the other funding with private funding, not studio money... Think of your $10 ticket as a donation to the arts. I went in with low expectations and came out extremely satisfied.

  • @jessechristensen6028
    @jessechristensen6028 Před dnem +1

    I’m sorry man but the structure of this film is a mess and it needs some work in the edit. I suspect that it will all come together for the next part but good grief with the three concurring stories I was confused what was going on and how certain relationships worked?

  • @collinschoenfelder677

    this movie reminds me of the great western films my grandparent generation grew up on

  • @dunderhay9169
    @dunderhay9169 Před dnem

    Great film, gripping story telling and I'm glad to say our cinema was pretty full particularly for a Monday night. A movie for the people, not the critics (although the critic in The Daily Telegraph loved it).

  • @mariocortez5529
    @mariocortez5529 Před 22 hodinami

    Think you’d be happy to know the showing I went too a few days ago was packed. A lot of older couples went to see it 40-60 range. I was super surprised by the turn out and I agree with your thoughts on the movie.

  • @edwardfigueroa4436
    @edwardfigueroa4436 Před 3 dny

    I just saw the movie. It was an amazing experience. If you enjoyed the movie, read Empire of the Summer Moon.

  • @graham7309
    @graham7309 Před 3 dny

    Short answer…..it’s good, really good, yes it’s 3 hours, and could have easily sat for the next 3 hours. Go see it. If only because they say not to, but also to support a man who has given us so many great movies

  • @DRanonDoctorANON69
    @DRanonDoctorANON69 Před 3 dny

    Costner's greatest achievement? As far as a western movie, he directed, absolutely! This movie is cinematic gold!!! This Chapter 1 is phenomenal and flawless! How anyone could ask for anything more is ridiculous. When this is all said and done, I believe this will be the greatest western work to ever be put on film! Go see this movie! No CGI, just awesome, realistic, period-correct movie making. EPIC!!!

  • @marvinbattlejr.9365
    @marvinbattlejr.9365 Před 3 dny

    Hopefully the studio doesn’t sabotage its success by sending it to streaming before part 2 comes out.

  • @michaelmcgee8543
    @michaelmcgee8543 Před 6 dny

    I'm still not seeing it