The Proposition
3.9
(690)
Action
Adventure
Crime
Drama
Thriller
Western
2005
104 min
R
In 1880s Australia, a lawman offers renegade Charlie Burns a difficult choice. In order to save his younger brother from the gallows, Charlie must hunt down and kill his older brother, who is wanted for rape and murder. Venturing into one of the Outback's most inhospitable regions, Charlie faces a terrible moral dilemma that can end only in violence.
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"Capt. Stanley: Make no mistake, Mr. Burns. It will be done. I will civilize this place.
Charlie Burns: The f*** are you talking about, Stanley?
This Australian western is poetic and brutal. It’s populated by malevolent groups of colonialists, outlaws, soldiers and aborigines but they’re all dwarfed by setting. The Outback is captured here as such a hellscape that it makes the American Wild West seem like Disneyland by comparison. The film is very dark and takes its time but it is a powerful experience. Penned by musician Nick Cave and featuring a terrific cast, this is one of my favorite westerns. 5 out of 5 stars."
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Ryan
"One of many films penned by Nick Cave!"
Alfonso Alarcón
"A little strange in places but keeps you there until the end."
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Karin Tulli
