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Screening For Old Men

2011
Movie
3 min
Japanese

A brief 8mm film sketch of a screening at Hairo.

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IMDb8.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes93%
Metacritic91
Google Users93%
Director: David Gordon GreenGenres: Crime, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A disillusioned Vietnam veteran, Llewelyn Moss, stumbles upon a drug deal gone wrong in the Texas desert. He makes off with a suitcase full of cash, unaware that this act will set in motion a relentless pursuit by a psychopathic killer named Anton Chigurh, who is determined to retrieve the money. As Moss evades Chigurh, a stoic sheriff, Ed Tom Bell, reflects on the changing, increasingly violent landscape of the region.

Critical Reception

No Country for Old Men was met with widespread critical acclaim, lauded for its direction, screenplay, acting, cinematography, and thematic depth. It is frequently cited as one of the best films of the 21st century and a modern masterpiece.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its masterful direction and Coen Brothers' signature blend of dark humor and bleak violence.

  • Javier Bardem's chilling performance as Anton Chigurh was universally lauded as iconic and terrifying.

  • The film's philosophical undertones and exploration of fate and morality resonated deeply with critics.

Google audience: Audiences were captivated by the film's intense suspense, compelling characters, and thought-provoking narrative. Many appreciated the sophisticated storytelling and the unforgettable antagonist.

Awards & Accolades

Won 4 Academy Awards, including Best Picture, Best Director, Best Supporting Actor (Javier Bardem), and Best Adapted Screenplay. Nominated for 8 Oscars in total. Won multiple Golden Globe Awards and BAFTA Awards.

Fun Fact

The distinctive haircut worn by Anton Chigurh was conceived by Javier Bardem himself, who initially suggested a bowl cut but then decided on a more severe, helmet-like style inspired by a friend's Dutch girlfriend.

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