Review of The Homesman (2014) by Jen A — 01 Feb 2015

Meh. I don't get it. Everything about this movie was simple. Nothing to write home about.

This review of The Homesman (2014) was written by Jen A on 01 Feb 2015.

The Homesman has generally received positive reviews.

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By John M (4,356) on 20 Aug 2016

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By Jluis_001 (2,242) on 05 Sep 2017

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By Andrew K (2,033) on 31 May 2017

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By Jenny B (227) on 12 Mar 2016

A movie experience I am not likely to forget and I have seen (and forgotten) many, many Western Movies. Quiet, strong, haunting and magnificent…

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By Yelsamargaret (1) on 13 May 2016

Engaging and original- it was refreshing to watch a movie that was really interesting and bravely told a story that was so very sad and I think,…

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By John B (4,244) on 17 Nov 2018

I love this film for so many reasons. I found myself wanting to relate to one woman, and could not…

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By Tom S (1,076) on 06 Mar 2017

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