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***Indie flick starts shaky with contrived teen attitudes, but improves and is moving*** A single woman (Madelyn Deutch) moves in with her aunt in Paris, Tennessee, to teach history at the local school where her students are so problemat...
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Painted Horses
2017
Movie
91 min
English
A young teacher with a storied past must win over an impossible collection of kids and become a balm in a troubled town in need of healing.
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IMDb6.0/10
Director: Nate Taylor•Genres: Drama, War
Plot Summary
A down-on-his-luck former bull rider, Billy Jo (Troy Garity), is tasked by his estranged father to bring a herd of horses across the country. The journey forces Billy Jo to confront his past, his relationship with his father, and the meaning of his own life.
Critical Reception
Painted Horses received a mixed to positive reception, with many critics praising the performances, particularly from Troy Garity, and the film's emotional core. However, some found the pacing uneven and the narrative somewhat predictable.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for strong lead performance.
Appreciated for its emotional depth and character study.
Criticized for a slow pace and conventional storytelling.
Google audience: Audience reception information is not readily available.
Fun Fact
The film was shot in and around Montana, utilizing the rugged landscape to enhance the story's themes of journey and self-discovery.
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