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American Outlaws
2001 94 min United States of America PG-13 12+
★5.2
Western, Action
Director: Les Mayfield
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Description
When a Midwest town learns that a corrupt railroad baron has captured the deeds to their homesteads without their knowledge, a group of young ranchers join forces to take back what is rightfully theirs. They will become the object of the biggest manhunt in the history of the Old West and, as their fame grows, so will the legend of their leader, a young outlaw by the name of Jesse James.
Budget:
$35M
US Gross:
$13.34M
Worldwide:
$13.68M
Starring
Colin Farrell
Actor
Scott Caan
Actor
Ali Larter
Actor
Awards
7 nominations total
Key opinion
American Outlaws is a polarizing take on the Jesse James legend, frequently criticized for its historical inaccuracies and shallow script. While some viewers enjoy its energetic, modern approach to the Western genre, others find the film to be a bland and uninspired waste of its talented cast.
| Screenplay | The script suffers from weak, hollow dialogue and predictable, archetypal storytelling. | |
| Score | The film utilizes anachronistic, MTV-style aesthetics—including a contemporary rock-influenced score—that alienate traditional Western fans. | |
| Acting | Opinions on the lead performances are divided; some praise Colin Farrell's charisma, while others argue the film fails to utilize his talent effectively. | |
| Originality | The film serves as an engaging, lighthearted adventure for some, but is dismissed as an affront to the genre by those seeking historical authenticity. |