Wild Bill (1995) 5.8
The early career of legendary lawman Wild Bill Hickock is telescoped and culminates in his relocation in Deadwood and a reunion with Calamity Jane. Director:Walter Hill |
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Wild Bill (1995) 5.8
The early career of legendary lawman Wild Bill Hickock is telescoped and culminates in his relocation in Deadwood and a reunion with Calamity Jane. Director:Walter Hill |
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| Jeff Bridges | ... | ||
| Ellen Barkin | ... | ||
| John Hurt | ... |
Charley Prince
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| Diane Lane | ... |
Susannah Moore
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| Keith Carradine | ... | ||
| David Arquette | ... | ||
| Christina Applegate | ... |
Lurline Newcomb
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| Bruce Dern | ... |
Will Plummer
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| James Gammon | ... | ||
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Marjoe Gortner | ... |
Preacher
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| James Remar | ... | ||
| Karen Huie | ... |
Song Lew
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| Steve Reevis | ... |
Sioux Chief
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| Robert Knott | ... |
Dave Tutt
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Pato Hoffmann | ... |
Cheyenne Leader
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Wild Bill Hickok, famed lawman and gunman of the Old West, is haunted by his past and his reputation. He is loved by, but cannot love, Calamity Jane. Dogging his trail is young Jack McCall, who blames Bill for abandoning the boy's mother and destroying her life. McCall has sworn to kill Bill, and Bill's ghosts, his failing eyesight, and his fondness for opium may make McCall's task easier. Written by Jim Beaver <jumblejim@prodigy.net>
I wasn't expecting much from this one, but Walter Hill's direction credit during the opening title sequence sucked me in - and I was glad it did.
A very capable cast and an interesting cinematic style gave this film a unique flavor, although some of the characters bordered on unbelievable at times.
Loved the interaction between Wild Bill and Calamity Jane on the saloon table, although the conversation seemed too modern for the late 1800s. But overall, the film was a great way to spend a Sunday afternoon, especially when compared with some of the lesser films available at the time.