Gas Can
Gas Can

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Gas Can

2017
Movie
15 min
English

A Cree family in 1970s Saskatchewan must ask an old farmer for help when their car runs out of gas while moving to the city.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Phillip Van, Julian HigginsGenres: Drama, Crime

Plot Summary

Set in the desolate landscape of the American West, 'Gas Can' follows a trio of estranged brothers as they reunite for a desperate mission. Faced with mounting debts and the threat of losing their family ranch, they embark on a dangerous journey to transport a mysterious package across state lines. Their path is fraught with peril, testing their bonds and forcing them to confront their shared past.

Critical Reception

Gas Can received a mixed to positive reception from critics, with many praising its atmospheric tension and strong performances, particularly from its young cast. However, some found its narrative pacing to be uneven, and its bleak tone to be challenging for some audiences.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its tense atmosphere and compelling performances.

  • Noted for its gritty portrayal of rural hardship.

  • Some critics found the plot to be somewhat predictable or slow-paced.

Google audience: Information not available.

Awards & Accolades

None notable.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in and around rural Montana, adding to its authentic and stark visual aesthetic.

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