Forsaken (2015)
The story of the man who took up arms again for the people of the city
In Forsaken (2015), directed by Jon Cassar, the narrative revolves around John, a former gunslinger seeking reconciliation with his estranged father upon returning to his hometown. However, the peaceful intentions take a dramatic turn as John finds himself compelled to wield his weapon once more, compelled to protect the vulnerable inhabitants of his town. The film, with a runtime of 1 hour and 30 minutes, received a 6.4/10 rating on IMDb, a 41% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, and a Metacritic score of 55%. Despite mixed reviews, 61% of Google users expressed their liking for the movie. "Forsaken" was released in the USA on February 19, 2016, and was distributed by Momentum Pictures with a budget of $11 million. The music for the film was composed by Jonathan Goldsmith, and it was produced by Isabella Marchese Ragona, Bill Marks, Gary Howsam, Kevin DeWalt, and Josh Miller.
The film opens with John Henry Clayton (Kiefer Sutherland), a notorious gunslinger, returning to his hometown after several years of wandering. Seeking redemption, John intends to reconcile with his estranged father, Reverend Clayton (Donald Sutherland), and build a new life as a preacher. However, the town is still haunted by John's violent past, and his arrival sparks mixed reactions among the townspeople. As John attempts to rebuild his relationship with his father, tensions escalate in the town. James McCurdy (Brian Cox), a powerful land baron, is aggressively acquiring land from local farmers, threatening their livelihoods. McCurdy, recognizing John's notorious reputation as a gunslinger, tries to recruit him to enforce his land-grabbing schemes. John, committed to avoiding violence, refuses McCurdy's offer, setting the stage for conflict.
While John seeks a peaceful path, the town becomes a powder keg of violence. McCurdy, determined to expand his influence, sends his ruthless enforcer, Frank Tillman (Aaron Poole), to intimidate the townspeople. Reverend Clayton, hiding a dark secret about his own violent past as a gunfighter, struggles with guilt and remorse. The tensions reach a breaking point as confrontations escalate, revealing long-buried secrets about John's departure from the town.
As McCurdy's forces tighten their grip on the town, John and Reverend Clayton attempt to reconcile their fractured relationship. The weight of the past and the sins of violence hang heavily over both father and son. The town becomes a battleground as McCurdy's men intensify their efforts to seize land forcibly. The once-peaceful preacher, now forced to confront his own violent history, grapples with the consequences of his actions. The film's climax unfolds as McCurdy's enforcers launch a final, brutal assault on the town. With no other option, John, with the support of the local residents, decides to take up arms to defend against the ruthless invaders. A fierce and dramatic showdown ensues, with John facing off against McCurdy and his men in a desperate bid to protect the town and its people. The echoes of the past reverberate through every gunshot and showdown.
The aftermath of the showdown leaves the town scarred, but the immediate threat is vanquished. John, having once again embraced a life of violence, finds a measure of redemption through his actions. The town begins the arduous process of healing, and the residents must rebuild their lives. The relationship between father and son reaches a poignant resolution, with Reverend Clayton and John coming to terms with the consequences of their choices and actions. "Forsaken" explores themes of forgiveness, redemption, and the enduring impact of violence on individuals and communities. The film uses the Western genre's iconic backdrop to tell a timeless story of personal struggle and the quest for a new beginning in the face of a violent and unforgiving past.
Forsaken 2015 Trailer
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