Synopsis
Open Range follows Boss Spearman and Charley Waite, two free-range cattlemen who find themselves in a deadly standoff against a powerful and corrupt rancher determined to control the land. When violence erupts and their friends are attacked, the two men must fight back to survive. The film is a beautifully crafted modern Western that explores themes of freedom, justice, and redemption.
Did You Know?
- Kevin Costner also directed the film alongside starring in it.
- The climactic gunfight is one of cinema's longest shootouts.
- Filmed primarily on location in Alberta, Canada.
- Robert Duvall and Costner did most of their own stunts.
- Annette Bening originally turned down her role multiple times.
Iconic Quotes
- It's a pretty day for making things right.
- You may not know this, but there's things that gnaw at a man worse than dying.
- We got every right to shoot this man, Boss. He's been killing our friends.
- Men are gonna get killed here today, Sue, and I'm gonna kill 'em.
- I don't know about you, but I ain't gonna just sit back and wait for my dying.
