The Sisters Brothers (2018)

This is one of those movies where, if you see the wrong trailer, or look too hard at the poster, you might get the wrong idea about it.  You might think it is a comedy, which it isn’t.  Or you might mistake it for an action movie or a thriller.  This is a Western, for sure, but an atypical one at that. Its narrative gives the illusion of leading to an urgent and conventional goal but its aspirations are much more leisurely and philosophical.  It is probably best enjoyed by going with its flow and soaking in its moments of subtle humour, occasional gunfights, and the nuanced exchanges between its lead characters.  It is a beautifully shot movie and features excellent performances from its top-notch cast.

It stars Joaquin Phoenix, John C. Reilly, Jake Gyllenhaal, and Riz Ahmed.

Here’s a link to the trailer that I’d recommend checking out.