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Killers of the Flower Moon
2023 206 min United States of America R 18+
★8.1
Crime, History, Drama
Director: Martin Scorsese
📖 Based on the novel
«Killers of the Flower Moon»
byDavid Grann
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Description
When oil is discovered in 1920s Oklahoma under Osage Nation land, the Osage people are murdered one by one—until the FBI steps in to unravel the mystery.
Budget:
$200M
US Gross:
$68.04M
Worldwide:
$158.72M
Starring
Leonardo DiCaprio
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Robert De Niro
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Lily Gladstone
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Awards
Nominated for 10 Oscars. 136 wins & 423 nominations total
Key opinion
Martin Scorsese's adaptation of the Osage Nation murders is widely praised for its technical mastery, authentic production design, and Lily Gladstone’s standout performance. While the film is hailed by many as a powerful exploration of historical injustice, it faces significant criticism regarding its expansive runtime and the pacing of its narrative.
| Production | The production design and period-accurate staging recreate the 1920s with flawless, immersive detail. | |
| Acting | Lily Gladstone delivers a breakout, powerful performance that anchors the film's emotional core. | |
| Cinematography | Technical craftsmanship—including Rodrigo Prieto’s cinematography and Thelma Schoonmaker’s rhythmic editing—establishes the film as a masterclass in filmmaking. | |
| Runtime | The 3.5-hour runtime divides audiences: some find it essential for the film’s atmospheric weight, while others view it as an exhausting, bloated experience that would have functioned better as a miniseries. | |
| Screenplay | Perspectives on the screenplay are split between those who appreciate its unflinching look at systemic greed and those who find the character motivations opaque and the narrative structure unengaging. | |
| Acting | Performances by DiCaprio and De Niro provoke disagreement, with some viewers praising their nuanced depiction of villainy and manipulation, while others feel the actors deliver stagnant or bored portrayals. |