Review of Sweetwater (2013) by Travis H — 13 Dec 2013
The Miller brother put a stylised and even exaggerated spin on the all too often seen formula of the revenge film. Sweetwater is, in fact, a blood triangle set in the western times between a super-villain religious fanatic, a free spirited renegade sheriff and a former prostitute angered by the murder of her husband.
As a western, it resembles much more the freshness of spaghetti ones then the classics of Americana. However, the Millers bring their own personal stylistic touches that make Sweetwater an invigorating mix of violence of gore with the occasional laugh out loud comedy touch.
The cast, particularly lead players Ed Harris, Jason Isaacs and January Jones, plays along the fun atmosphere of the film with some entertaining extravagant performances. Some may find its eccentricity excessively annoying and slipping into parody, but there is no denying that Sweetwater is an enjoyable romp all the same.
This review of Sweetwater (2013) was written by Travis H on 13 Dec 2013.
Sweetwater has generally received mixed reviews.
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