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Quigley Down Under
1990 119 min United States of America PG-13 12+
★6.5
Western
Director: Simon Wincer
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Description
American Matt Quigley answers Australian land baron Elliott Marston's ad for a sharpshooter to kill the dingoes on his property. But when Quigley finds out that Marston's real target is the aborigines, Quigley hits the road. Now, even American expatriate Crazy Cora can't keep Quigley safe in his cat-and-mouse game with the homicidal Marston.
US Gross:
$21.41M
Worldwide:
$21.41M
Starring
Tom Selleck
Actor
Laura San Giacomo
Actor
Alan Rickman
Actor
Awards
2 wins & 1 nomination total
Key opinion
Quigley Down Under is regarded as a charming, old-fashioned Western that benefits significantly from its stunning Australian Outback setting and strong lead performances. While the film is praised for its lack of modern melodrama, opinions are divided on the quality of the romance and the pacing of the narrative.
| Acting | Alan Rickman delivers a brilliant, charismatic performance as the film's villain. | |
| Cinematography | The film utilizes the Australian Outback to create a realistic and stunning visual backdrop. | |
| Acting | Tom Selleck anchors the film effectively with his portrayal of a principled and witty gunslinger. | |
| Screenplay | The narrative is characterized by a simple, old-fashioned approach that avoids forced gravitas, though some find the resulting action limited. | |
| Emotion | The romantic subplot and friendship dynamics are criticized by some as strained or slow, while others appreciate their lack of melodrama. |