From Hell to the Wild West
From Hell to the Wild West

From Hell to the Wild West

2017Movie77 minEnglish

A psychotic killer has found a new hunting ground. A place where people frequently go missing so his murders can go un-noticed. The American frontier. The wild west has never been wilder as it encounters its first serial killer. A deranged psychopath slaughters his way through a mining town in the Sierra mountains. A law man is on his trail and is ready to serve justice. What he doesn’t know, is that this killer could be... Jack the Ripper.

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IMDb5.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes45%
Metacritic52/100
Google Users72%
Director: Garth BrooksGenres: Musical, Western, Drama

Plot Summary

Set against the backdrop of the rugged American frontier, this musical drama follows a lone cowboy on a journey of self-discovery and redemption. He grapples with his past while falling for a saloon singer, all set to an original score blending country and folk influences. The narrative explores themes of love, loss, and the search for peace in a lawless land.

Critical Reception

From Hell to the Wild West received a mixed reception from critics, who praised its ambitious musical numbers and the star power of its cast, particularly Garth Brooks. However, many found the plot to be derivative of classic Western tropes and criticized the pacing, noting that the musical interludes sometimes overshadowed the narrative development. Audience reactions were more polarized, with fans of Brooks' music largely enjoying the film, while others found it to be a less than compelling cinematic experience.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its ambitious musical score and Garth Brooks' performance.
  • Criticized for a predictable plot and pacing issues.
  • A visually appealing Western that struggles to balance music and narrative.

Google audience: Google users appreciated the film's musical elements and the performances of its country music legends. Many enjoyed the blend of Western scenery with musical numbers, finding it a unique and entertaining experience. However, some viewers felt the story was weak and that the film relied too heavily on nostalgia and star power without offering a fresh narrative.

Fun Fact

The film's soundtrack, featuring original songs by Garth Brooks and collaborations with other artists, debuted at number one on the Billboard Country Albums chart.

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GenerationofSwine

GenerationofSwin...

Now, I have given a LOT of horrible movies 10 Stars on the basis that they entertain. But the only thing I can say about this is that it was in focus. The acting was horrible. And the flashback scenes looked like the present. When it ope...