Review of McCabe & Mrs. Miller (1971) by Matthew S — 18 May 2015
Probably Robert Altman's best movie. It's subtle, it's sly, the Vilmos Zsigmond cinematography is (surprise, surprise) superb, and Leonard Cohen's haunting soundtrack? Don't get me started.
This also may have the distinction of being the only Washington-set film shot in Vancouver where the Vancouver locations aren't irritating (the majestic evergreen forest the film masterfully uses as a backdrop is nothing short of a miracle).
Ideologically, "McCabe and Mrs. Miller" presages "Heaven's Gate" with its depiction of the dark side of capitalism in the making of America. Julie Christie's cockney accent is a bit off-putting at first, but once you get used to it, it doesn't detract from the earthy visuals or the poetry of the story.
The quintessential "Northwestern.".
This review of McCabe & Mrs. Miller (1971) was written by Matthew S on 18 May 2015.
McCabe & Mrs. Miller has generally received very positive reviews.
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