In the Shooting Solitude
1918. A Red Army soldier Fyodor Krohov, authorized to withdraw farmers corn surpluses, comes to a small village, where White Guard can show up any day. He must persuade peasants to hand over the surpluses. But men are hesitating, some lend an ear to a wealthy peasant Mokey Zhlobin, unwilling to give away his hided corn. The only one person, backing up Fyodor is a local self-made inventor, living in the outskirts with his beloved beauty-wife, having equipped his house with electricity, power-saw bench and other gimmicks. The inventor takes him as a close friend and his young wife falls in love with Fyodor. The love triangle appears, but their ideals are above all. Together they manage to find the hidden corn and survive in uneven battle with bandits who rushed into a village.
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Plot Summary
A troubled ex-convict, on parole and trying to rebuild his life, finds himself entangled in a complex web of crime and corruption. He becomes involved with a powerful local businessman and his dangerous associates, forcing him to confront his past and fight for his survival. As loyalties are tested and betrayals unfold, he must navigate a treacherous landscape where trust is a luxury he cannot afford.
Critical Reception
Arthur Penn's "In the Shooting Solitude" received a mixed to positive reception from critics upon its release. While some praised its atmospheric tension and strong performances, particularly from Nick Nolte and Gene Hackman, others found the plot somewhat convoluted and predictable. The film was noted for its gritty portrayal of the criminal underworld and its exploration of moral ambiguity, though it didn't achieve widespread commercial success.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its tense atmosphere and compelling lead performances.
- Criticized by some for a predictable plot and underdeveloped secondary characters.
- Appreciated for its gritty depiction of crime and moral complexity.
Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's suspenseful narrative and the strong acting from the main cast, finding it to be a solid crime drama. Some viewers felt the pacing could be uneven at times, but the overall sentiment was positive, with many highlighting the film's mood and thematic depth.
Fun Fact
The film was originally intended to be directed by Sidney Lumet before Arthur Penn took over.
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