Trees
Trees

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Trees

Movie
12 min
Hungarian

The film’s protagonist, Tree moves into the city, where he tries to adapt to his new environment. The trash-style series is about having no roots: it analyses human relationships in the midst of such living conditions that feed hopelessness and demotivation.

Insights

IMDb6.1/10
Director: Terence YoungGenres: Drama, Western

Plot Summary

In this violent Western, an aging bounty hunter is hired to track down a fugitive who has stolen a significant sum of money. As he pursues his quarry across the harsh landscape, he becomes entangled in a web of betrayal and revenge. The hunter must confront not only the criminal but also his own past and the moral ambiguities of his profession.

Critical Reception

Critically, 'Trees' received a mixed reception. While some praised its gritty atmosphere and Lee Van Cleef's performance, others found the plot thin and overly predictable. Audience reception was similarly divided, with fans of Spaghetti Westerns appreciating its style, while general audiences found it less engaging than other films of the era.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its atmospheric Spaghetti Western style and Lee Van Cleef's stoic performance.

  • Criticized for a predictable plot and underdeveloped supporting characters.

  • Some found the violence gratuitous, while others appreciated its raw depiction.

Google audience: Audience reviews for 'Trees' are scarce, but those available indicate a polarized view. Fans of the genre often cite the film's classic Western tropes and action sequences as positives. However, some viewers found the narrative slow and lacking in emotional depth, with the film's violence being a point of contention for others.

Fun Fact

Despite being a Spaghetti Western, 'Trees' was filmed in Italy and Spain, with much of the outdoor shooting taking place in the Almería region of Spain, a popular filming location for many Westerns due to its desert-like landscapes.

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