Andrew M

The real Bass Reeves is a fascinating & compelling figure; the lead actor is mis-cast. He and George Reeves riding into the onslaught of Union fire was Hollywood. Him executing three men and not being pursued does not ring true. Unimpressive debut for such a historic figure. Art T Burton book" Black Gun, Silver Star gives us more insight into this man at a unique time & place. Bass Reeves time with the Confederacy has nothing written about it in history & the choices made by Sheridan are questionable at best.

Excellent! Terrific acting, tense script which teased with uncomfortable moments. One must ask, has the marvel world made it so we don't appreciate the human condition and relish sensitive films...

Why in the world was this ever made???

Direction was great, lots of details(horse gets killed, the jackals eat its carcass). The hero is not whole; a broken man. A surprise of western, gritty, hard. 1865 after the Civil War to the about 1895 was the wild west as we know it, this movie takes place in 1887 and the Lawman is the last of a fading breed of men. Widowmaker!!