Heaven's Gate

Set in 1890s Wyoming, 'Heaven's Gate' tells the story of a sheriff caught in the conflict between wealthy cattle ranchers and starving immigrants. This dramatic Western touches on themes of love, friendship, class warfare, and the struggle for justice.

• Its initial failure almost bankrupted United Artists.
• It was one of the most expensive films of its time.
• Director Michael Cimino frequently clashed with studio executives.
• The film's actual length is almost four hours long.
• Final film of actor Geoffrey Lewis.

• The only thing that's gonna get you is a lot of trouble.
• People out there are turning into a different kind of human being.
• It's getting dangerous to be poor in this country!
• Man can keep his laws and his land!
• You ain't nothing, you ain't nothing!