Broken Trail: The Making of a Legendary Western
Broken Trail: The Making of a Legendary Western

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Broken Trail: The Making of a Legendary Western

2006
Movie
30 min
English

A documentary about the making of the 2006 AMC miniseries Broken Trail.

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IMDb7.1/10
Director: Kevin JamesGenres: Western, Drama, TV Movie

Plot Summary

Set in 1898, "Broken Trail" follows two veteran cowboys, Tom Harte and Philip Roark, as they escort a herd of horses from Wyoming to China. Along the way, they unexpectedly become guardians to a young Chinese woman named Sun Foy, who has been sold into prostitution. The journey becomes a test of their morality and courage as they confront prejudice, violence, and their own pasts while trying to protect her.

Critical Reception

Broken Trail" was generally well-received, particularly for its performances and classic Western themes. Critics praised Robert Duvall's lead role and the film's mature handling of sensitive issues, though some noted its deliberate pacing. It garnered significant attention for its cultural and historical context.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for strong performances, especially from Robert Duvall.

  • Appreciated for its classic Western storytelling and mature themes.

  • Some noted the film's slow, deliberate pacing.

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Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Outstanding Miniseries, Movies or a Dramatic Special at the Primetime Emmy Awards; Won Best Actor for Robert Duvall at the Western Heritage Awards.

Fun Fact

Robert Duvall, who stars as Tom Harte, also served as an executive producer for the film.

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