Land
Land

Movie spotlight

Land

2018
Movie
111 min
English

The Yellow Eagle family are Native American and live on the Prairie Wolf Indian Reservation. News reaches them that Floyd, the youngest son of the family, has died during military service in Afghanistan. The waiting begins to get his body back to the Reservation to be buried.

Insights

IMDb6.3/10
Google Users80%
Director: Robin HaysGenres: Drama, Family

Plot Summary

After her husband's sudden death, a young woman named Edey must find the strength to carry on and protect her family's ranch from foreclosure. Facing numerous challenges and pressures, she embarks on a journey of resilience and self-discovery. Ultimately, Edey learns to embrace her own capabilities and finds hope in the face of adversity.

Critical Reception

Land received a mixed to positive reception, with praise for its emotional depth and performances, particularly from its lead actress. However, some critics found the narrative to be somewhat predictable and sentimental.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film is commended for its heartfelt portrayal of grief and perseverance.

  • Nathalie Cox's performance as Edey is highlighted as a strong anchor for the movie.

  • Some viewers noted that the plot could be overly simplistic at times.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's uplifting message about overcoming hardship and finding inner strength. Many viewers connected with the emotional journey of the protagonist and found it to be a touching and inspiring story.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in Montana, USA, to authentically capture the rural ranch setting.

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