Horizon: An American Saga | Kevin Costner's Greatest Achievement?

[@CerealAtMidnight]

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[@Chris_Sojka]

This movie is absolutely a 10/10 masterpiece

[@zakwan10]

Western fan but not a Kevin Costner fan with a couple of exceptions, I saw this today and loved it. I absolutely could have marched right back into that theater and watched another 3 hours part 2. I genuinely cared about these characters and what happens to them. If you love westerns or epic cinematography go see it on a big screen, don't listen to the naysayers complaining about the length or other things.

[@jbsprojects8186]

Well unfortunately you should have marched back in and watched it another three or four times because with 11 million it made opening weekend it's highly doubtful that this is going to be a three or four part series unless Costner has a few more houses that he can mortgage off

[@rickr8173]

I saw this last night and loved it. I also went in begrudgingly based on the reviews and the length but ended up being transfixed from beginning to end. I wasn't bored for a second. I hope people ignore the reviews and see it

[@CerealAtMidnight]

The tepid reviews are actually really worrying to me because I'm realizing how lazy, stupid, and shallow many of the "critics" have become. I said this elsewhere: give people a choice between a well-prepared steak dinner and a gas station sandwich and too many people will choose the gas station sandwich. At the end of the day I suppose it doesn't matter much because the movie exists and I get to enjoy it, but it's a sad time for our culture when we lap up mediocrity and feed the worst practices.

[@JamesClark-lw6sw]

MANY OF THE "CRITICS" ARE PAID OFF BY COMPETING STUDIOS AND DISTRIBUTORS TO TORPEDO CERTAIN MOVIES.

[@RabbiSteve1]

@@CerealAtMidnighttotally agree. I am seeing it later this week, and can’t wait. I just recently watched OPEN RANGE for my first time. I loved it so much and is now one of my favorite Westerns of all time. And that’s saying something, as it’s my favorite genre. I probably own hundreds of Westerns (and that’s not even counting TV Westerns), and have probably watched a thousand. Thanks for the heartfelt review, Heath. Can’t wait to see it and discuss it more.

[@deeghanty9939]

Please ignore the critics, they have no idea. Its a masterpiece. It will stir every emotion in your body: it was traumatic, dramatic, funny, sad, dusturbing and romantic. No CGI and truly authentic. Time flies and Im gripped by the story. Can not wait for part 2.

[@farmgirlrebel1333]

Have to scratch my heads with some of the critics...this was truly something else.

[@HardestTargett]

I just saw it

[@deeghanty9939]

@@HardestTargett And?

[@HardestTargett]

@@deeghanty9939 you never saw it if you thought it was funny

[@HardestTargett]

@@deeghanty9939 are you going to delete every message. You asked me.

[@sstarkey1695]

This was a brutal portrayal of the birth of a civilization, a society and culture, crawling through its infancy, from different origins but with an almost universal instinct of survival and how to maintain it. I will be there on August 16th to participate as the clash of these trails explode in a place named Horizon and stumble into adolescence on their way to being molded by their culminated pressure chamber of restrictive environment. Rest assured, I do trust that Mr. Costner will continually increase the brightness within the mind’s eye and the warmth of the hope in hearts of the audiences as he brings about a stunning conclusion in an epic example of the historical Western vision. As for Chapter I? Being blinded by the brilliance of genius can negate the opportunity to be blessed by it. Do not miss the chance offered with Horizon. Bravo, Mr. Costner. All the best in your future endeavors.

[@porcine83]

Agree about Open Range, excellent movie. Excited to see Horizon next week too.

[@glockensig]

I saw it today. Good movie! I go to about one movie a year..... but will be going to see chapter two on release date in August!

[@andresmora3469]

Excuse me; i write to you from Colombia: were there good public in the cinema?

[@JedEckert]

So I just saw part one this afternoon and I was blown away. I couldn't get enough of it and I certainly didn't want it to end. I can't wait for part two in August. I've already pre-ordered parts one and two on 4K from Amazon Canada. After I saw your review the other day I was pumped!

[@olivierdube809]

Just got out of the theater. I'm floored by Horizon. I expected a slow burn. When people say "nothing happens", or that it's "boring", then I know it's the kind of movie I'm looking for. Two of my favorites are Blade Runner 2049 and Apocalypse Now Redux, two epic movies that were deemed too long. The funniest thing that's been said about it is : "I can't help but feel that Part 1 is for characters and stories to be put in context, that it feels like the beginning of something bigger." Duh! It is Kevin Costner's best work and I am craving for Part 2. Part 3 is being shot, so we know we'll get this one too. It is the most beautiful western I've ever seen. Unforgiven is my all time favorite. I love the Sergio Leone flicks too, but I prefer this kind of cinema. Masterful. Costner doesn't seem to care if it ultimately fails moneywise. I think that it's the critics that have failed big time!

[@daveclark8337]

They Stopped shooting part 3 for a Reason. After these disasterous box office returns, they can't just keep throwing Good money after Bad. Someone would end up $300 MILLION in the Negative if they make all 4 chapters.

[@olivierdube809]

@@daveclark8337 Part 3 is being shot right now. He halted shooting to attend Cannes, or so it seems. We'll see, I guess.

[@daveclark8337]

@@olivierdube809 the Cannes showing was back on May 19. I'm sure Kevin thought he'd use the box office proceeds from Horizon 1 to fund part 3. That plan has completely imploded and he's already mortgaged his property just get to this point : No Way Out.

[@nickdial8528]

​@@daveclark8337 Actually, he only mortgaged one of his homes, and that was to help pay for the project, but the guy is worth hundreds of millions, so all these people claiming that he's bankrupt are being hyperbolic and dishonest. Secondly, Netflix is now in negotiations to purchase and fund part 3 and part 4. So the movies are going to be made, and they're already in the process of getting done if not mostly done already.

[@isaiahlightsey2764]

I’m soooooo glad someone finally has a positive review! I’m 26 and grew up watching westerns with my dad. Horizon was great! I hate how our society has such a short attention span that they won’t give a great movie a chance. I hope we get to see all 4 parts.

[@tiphainec5055]

Glad to see many oved it ! It's a masterpiece ! All the French Public will back up Costner as they usually do cuz otherwise it's a typical american market movie ..

[@jbsprojects8186]

It won't happen he had to mortgages his house to make this one. The numbers are horrible for the first part he'll need at least three or four more houses to mortgage off to make the third or fourth one.... 100 million dollar movie ... 38 million of his own money, The return isn't going to be there and it's going to get worse and worse the more they come out. People have too short of an attention span That's why marvel comics did so well for a decade feeding people's CGI addiction... Why do you think KZbin shorts are so popular people have gotten so bad at watching anything that's longer than 90 minutes.

[@tiphainec5055]

@@jbsprojects8186 you're too pessimistic, It well make money way after its relases in cinema and Costner is the owner of the saga so actually i'm pretty hopeful .. And i've seen thousands of ppl commenting they loved the movie , many calling it a materpiece.. so I guess Costner's bet paid off. He's not after the financial success but the Grand Cinema Legacy

[@BrianRidgway-u5g]

I am not crazy about Costner's politics, but he is always leaves it at the door and delivers great cinema. I am looking forward to making this film part of my July 4th weekend! Thanks for your take, Heath!

[@BrianRidgway-u5g]

I just got out of a screening and felt l needed to leave a followup comment. I was really looking forward to this film, so l am sad to say l left at the 90 minute point. Why? To be honest, it just wasn't involving for me. I felt cold watching it. I am a big admirer of Costner's work and l love westerns, but this felt odd. I had read an earlier complaint by someone who said that this film looked like it had been shot for television. It did. Filled with tight shots and closeups, all action seemed to gravitate toward the center of the screen. Also, Costner did something l feared he would repeat in this film - he over-orchestrated it. Ever single scene is filled with that overwrought 1980's- styled soundtrack (see his extended version of Wyatt Earp for an example of how a overwrought soundtrack can ruin a film). Everything from pounding drums to chimes to angelic choruses is used here, to extreme affect. It is as if Costner didn't trust his actors to do their work - we had to be reminded that we are watching an epic film with more music than can be packed in a dozen other features. I hope this movie finds an audience. I suspect good word-of-mouth will sell it. I went to a 4:00 matine and it was nearly full, with people of all ages, which was great. I will definitely purchase the disc of this when it comes out, as l want to support his efforts and projects like this. But maybe this film, for me at least, will play better on the small screen. It just didn't work for me in the theater. I could be very wrong on this one. The hard, sincere work of hundreds of professionals is apparent and on the screen here - but l just couldn't find a character or scenario to identify with.

[@Yowzoe]

@@BrianRidgway-u5g I’ve been reading through these reviews, really hesitant to dive in for the three hours fearing just what you have described. I really long for a meeting epicWestern, but I also dread that sinking feeling of being a half hour in and knowing that I’m in the wrong place. I was really bummed to read your take because it feels almost inevitable that I’ll feel the same way. If I’m going to see it, this week is the week… I’m curious how you’d characterize Costner‘s politics. Seems from my limited knowledge he’s one who’s hard to categorize, so I’m wondering what your perception is.

[@BrianRidgway-u5g]

Greetings! I went back for a full viewing and while l enjoyed the final hour much more than the first two, l think there needed to be some work in the script, highlighting one or two characters to make them more prominent. I sat for three hours and watched a number of scenarios, but adding up to what? I contrast this to the first 3 hours of Taylor's 1883 series, which while also harsh and brutal, clearly has a strongly written narrative and a leading voice. I also found the characters much more interesting and complex, surprising specially when you consider what a mess he made of Yellowstone before he started cranking out the sequels. As for Costner's politics, he recently voiced support for Liz Chaney. Really? Regardless of which side he leans, she's not even a minor contender and runs with the deep state pack, and l would hope, as an artist, he would stay out of the frey. But to each his own. He still is an amazing filmmaker!

[@playedout148]

​@@BrianRidgway-u5gseems like he leans right but not the "f" word right.

[@hellofrominside8524]

I was lukewarm on this movie but I’m still rooting for part 2. I gotta appreciate the passion behind it and the risk he took to get it made.

[@troyhenry3267]

I'm actually stoked for this flick. I'm seeing it Saturday in IMAX!!

[@clintoncampbell236]

It looks like it would be amazing in I-max ! But I don’t want to drive an hour to get to the nearest I-max theater. Gonna see it Tuesday.

[@bravexheart7]

Performances were incredible… great cast… I did not feel like 3 hours to me .. excited for part 2 .. cinematography was amazing

[@JimmyMcCullochFan]

Absolutely phenomenal. I just saw it today.

[@noahwalton3043]

i think alot of younger people my age dont vibe with these movies and its sad. i been told westerns are boring from alot of people and i just feel like people dont give these movies a chance. looking forward to this one

[@crimsonstudios680]

I saw this last night and I absolutely loved it! Everything you said perfectly summed up the movie. It was so good, beautifully shot, awesome set pieces, moments that made you wanna cry and laugh, great performances all around. It was such an enjoyable experience

[@LukeLovesRose]

As of today, Dances With Wolves is Kevin's greatest achievement. But Horizon like Open Range looks very promising. I cant wait to see the whole saga

[@Swiftrabbit87]

I love this movie. I really love Kevin Costner in open range and I wish that movie would get true 4K blu ray. Did not see a US release for the movie on Blu-ray at all so it is definitely warranted.

[@CSquadCinema]

Well Heath, now I'm very excited for this. The reviews have been pretty meh, saying it's meant for TV or something. But I place westerns on a pedestal typically and your thoughts on this just got me very hyped.

[@CerealAtMidnight]

The reviews for this movie have been incredibly shallow. I'm really not sure what has happened to film criticism over the last few years. I think a new generation of critics has entered the scene and they're raised on Marvel movies, video games, and endless streaming shows. I predate all of that, and this movie is a return to a form that hasn't existed in a good long while.

[@CSquadCinema]

@CerealAtMidnight I think we're the same age and you couldn't have articulated my sentiments any better. In the last several years, I think Oppenheimer and Dune Part 2 are the only films that got me truly excited in the way that I would be 20+ years ago. Horizon seems like the event movie I've been waiting for and it will be a shame that it won't get the audience it deserves. Right after your why Chinatown matters video, I watched it when my copy came. There's no way Hollywood would ever make that now. Legacy cinema matters more than ever. Thanks for doing what you do.

[@HuntersCinema]

​@CerealAtMidnight Hi Heath, I'm a regular here and always enjoy watching your videos. However, I find your comments on the supposed shallowness and stupidity of "critics" concerning. That is the same kind of rhetoric used by Marvel superfans and casual movie goers to deflect criticism and defend their enjoyment of largely commercial and mainstream cinema. "Critics" are not a singular entity nor do they exist on some ivory tower (many of them living on low wages and a love of cinema). In fact, some of these supposedly "new critics" who dislike the film are actually ones that contribute to some of the blu-rays you might review and have been writing on film for decades. I watched this movie today, and while I mostly enjoyed it, many of the criticisms leveled at the film aren't fabricated from nothing. The film has four narrative threads structured similarly to an episode of TV and the film ends with an *extended* trailer for the next film rather than an actual conclusion. Don't let your love for a movie foster hate or resentment for a group of people. Critics are not your enemy.

[@drew311stylee]

@@HuntersCinema critics may not be the enemy, but critics from back in our day often had to have some sort of minimal credentials. I know you won't receive what I'm saying right now, but Roger Ebert was respected and listened to first because he earned it (and was well educated and was the critic for the Chicago Sun-Times) and continued to earn it. It's a different landscape now because many critics are just bloggers without any sort of real credentials or reason to listen to them. I haven't read any reviews on Horizon but I can certainly imagine. Are they the enemy? No. Are they highly predictable and prone to judging movies based on what they aren't rather than what they are? Often yes. I don't put much stock in the bloggers these days.

[@LiveFreeorDive87]

Moving is the perfect way to describe it. Can't wait for chapter 2

[@Vault420overseer]

I really enjoyed seeing it last night. Cant wait to get it at home.

[@shirleebusch1459]

Just rewatched 1979's Centennial and it does a fine job of telling the history of the West. However, it took twelve episodes to do it. I'm looking forward to the coming chapters of Horizon to see how well he does the same job.

[@tessa4668]

Yes! I loved Centennial so much and this movie reminded me of it

[@jackrosati1438]

Wow I'm stunned, the concept sounded interesting but wasn't sure how it was going to end up. This is really high praise

[@CerealAtMidnight]

It's certainly higher praise than I'm seeing from a lot of outlets, but I adore westerns, history, and movies that have things to say about the human condition. This ticks all my boxes and surpassed what I expected.

[@jessechristensen6028]

I’m sorry man but the structure of this film is a mess and it needs some work in the edit. I suspect that it will all come together for the next part but good grief with the three concurring stories I was confused what was going on and how certain relationships worked?

[@Dex2024]

Just watched it. Good movie. Well worth a watch.

[@slayn2]

I liked Dances With Wolves better but still more to come

[@gillesduchaine]

Thanks for the great review! Going to see it on a movie-date with my wife on tuesday, and been listening to the score non stop. Being a Costner fanatic, I s as going to see it no matter what, but I’ll be honest the mixed reponse got me scared… Now, you hyped me so much. Thanks again.

[@gillesduchaine]

Finally saw it last night, and I have to tell you, it was everything you said and more… I was transported.

[@LongShot-45]

‪Great review!! You hit the nail on the head. I agree with everything you said. This movie was an absolute breath of fresh air to me. An epic movie in scope and promise. It seems to me that the early reviews came from people who either went in with preconceived notions and held firmly into their bias, or flat out didn’t pay attention. To write the words insinuating that this movie was in any way boring is absolutely ridiculous.

[@SB0780]

I LOVED THIS MOVIE. Felt like a real trip to the movies. I cannot wait for Part 2.

[@Old_Scot]

For some reason, Kevin Costner has always been the victim of Hollywood snark. When he was making Dances With Wolves, it was being demeaned as "Kevin's Gate" (after Heaven's Gate), and no-one had even seen it! I like this kind of art being created. It's the antithesis of Franchise moviemaking. One guy puts all his effort and love and money into creating something that he HAS to make, regardless of whether it's what is currently selling. Maybe it's the old Punk in me, but I think that's what all artists should do - disdain the trends and make what you KNOW is great!

[@CerealAtMidnight]

You're so right, he's always been an underdog, even when he was winning Oscars. Everyone was thrilled when Waterworld tanked (pun intended). I suspect it's his ego, which is both a blessing and a curse: a blessing because without a healthy ego, you cannot achieve great things, but it puts you at odds with those who wish to see you fail.

[@daveclark8337]

But Wolves was 30 years ago and Horizon is more like The Posman than Wolves. Making matters worse, he already made another Postman and it opens next month.

[@AntZombie121]

An absolute masterpiece sadly I don’t think we will get parts 3 and 4 I hope I am wrong

[@thepalacesaloon5617]

I think we will

[@daveclark8337]

@@thepalacesaloon5617 Who's gonna take that loss? That'll be another $200 Million down the drain.

[@AntZombie121]

@@thepalacesaloon5617part 2 has already been pulled its over

[@Diego-p9z1e]

Great video and analysis! I’m really looking forward to watching it. Unfortunately, I think it won’t do well at the box office😢

[@AlexKnightVancouver]

It’s fascinating to me how many people I’ve talked to that find ANY movie with a slower pace “boring.” I know someone that said Oppenheimer was boring and they used a lot of “big words.” Unfortunately there are a lot of simple-minded people that are not deep thinkers that go to the movies.

[@daveclark8337]

But people showed up to BUY Tickets for Oppenheimer. They both cost about the same amount of money to produced. By Day 10, Oppenheimer had made $175 Million in just the US and $475 Mil World Wide. It's Day 10 for Horizon and it's is already petering out at only $22 Million, which is Terrible. $475 Million off a $100 mil budget is Profitable. $22 Mil is NOT.

[@gbgary]

after reading some comments, how could anyone be surprised that Horizon is a great Western? ALL of his Westerns are great. Silverado, Dances..., Wyatt Earp, Open Range. oh...and don't let someone's politics deprive you of anything.

[@James-yo5zh]

Like Coppola with Megalopolis, Costner spent his own money to get this made. In press interviews to promote the film he's very aware of the risk he's taking but he believes in it so much that it's worth it for him. Love or hate these types of films, there is something to be said about artists (Welles, Cassavetes, Diesel (Riddick 3), etc.) that spend their own money on projects outside the studio system that they believe in.

[@James-yo5zh]

I forgot to add Kevin Smith into the mix who made Clerks off of credit cards.

[@daveclark8337]

Kevin chipped in $38 million. That wouldn't even cover the TV ad budget.

[@James-yo5zh]

@@daveclark8337 I think your right. I don't know what the total budget for Horizon Part One alone is (still three more to go) but still 38 mil is a lot of money for anyone to put up on something that's considered to have limited appeal at best in today's theatrical market. Very risky no doubt.

[@JohnMinehan-lx9ts]

Derivative, but derivative of truly great work. The Costner arc reminded me of Will Penny (and, to a degree Two Mules for Sister Sarah,; the Sam Worthington/Sienna Miller/Danny Huston/Michael Rooker arc reminds me of Rio Grande; the Tatanka Means/Owen Crow Shoes arc reminds me of the Chief Pony That Walks arc from She Wore a Yellow Ribbon; and the Luke Wilson arc reminds me of the Robert Preston/Gregory Peck conflict on the Wagon Train arc from how the West Was Won.

[@etpadgett3266]

This is definitely up there with How The West Was Won, Once Upon a Time in The West, and The Big Trail (1930) in terms of scope. It’s a shame that it didn’t do well & the second part had to be pushed back. The cast of characters were engaging, and Costner managed to capture that John Ford feel. The movie had everything you could want in a Western. The Western definitely needs to be mainstream again because it’s a part of American culture. Unfortunately these days certain genre films like the musical and the Western struggle in theaters. If only studios had units devoted to these genres like they did back in the Golden Age (ex. Arthur Freed at MGM or Republic Pictures having Westerns be one of their main products).

[@williamshafer1996]

Movies used to average 120 minutes or so. 2 full hours! Now we can barely make 90 minutes... tic toc has ruined their brains. Its like charging a battery, but never fully charging it. It'll never take a full charge. Shows used to have intermissions...

[@daveclark8337]

Actually Kevin had private investors who gave him the $100 Mill to start. None of the major studios would touch this. WB only agreed to Distribute Horizon for a fee and even that backfired.

[@patriciaseitz3530]

I would love for EVERYONE to see this film. Thank you so much for this review. I just don't understand all the negativity from viewers. It reveals much more about them than about the film.

[@marvinbattlejr.9365]

I think a lot of people rooted for this film to fail because they wanted it to be TV, not a movie, or they didn’t like that it wasn’t available to stream day 1, VOD, like movies were during Covid. I loved it. I love that you keep pushing back on the narrative that only certain types of movies are worth seeing in a theater. I hate when I hear people say that.

[@indianajim]

I like what @Old_Scot said. Exactly my thinking. Haven't audiences been BEGGING for something fresh from Hollywood? Something we haven't seen? Something that isn't a sequel or a reboot or a rehash? Here's Kevin Costner giving us EXACTLY WHAT WE ASKED FOR, and the critics be like, "oh not that." Great review, a great film that isn't like what Hollywood has been spoon-feeding us.

[@maximusaurelius9906]

Boring, dull, a mixed bag of poorly written characters relying on some talented actors to dirt into gold. It wasn't that violent. The action sequences were so sparse that felt so far apart which really didn't help with the pacing. There really wasn't much story at all. You could feel the gaps in the narrative. The cinematography was definitely well done, but really unable to make up for all of its deficiencies. The score was actually surprisingly lackluster, until the closing credits, which should really be a much easier aspect of the film to accomplish. You mentioned Yellowstone, but neglected to mention1883. 1883 alone is a vastly superior story and product compared to this first chapter of Horizon. 1883 was filled with powerful performances from faces both familiar and new, with beautiful look and emotional impact that you wanting more and disappointed when you had to remind yourself it just a limited series. I love Silverado, Dances with Wolves and Open Range. And unlike others I love Waterworld and The Postman. Dances with Wolves, Waterworld and The Postman are so well done that their length is hardly noticeable. Horizon on the other hand was so painfully dull and disappointing that I felt every minute. You mentioned that Kevin Costner's character doesn't even show up until you're well into the movie and boy were you right. I wish that the film had been top notch until his entrance, but it wasn't. Also there are scenes in the trailers and a specific scene Costner shared during his talk show promo tour that weren't even a part of this chapter. This, along with the scenes of what's to come left me feeling lied to and cheated. And, yes believe it or not, agree or not, it is extremely disappointing to know that this film/project appears to be the primary factor in bringing an excellent, compelling TV show to an earlier than expected end. I really wanted to like this one, but it ended up being the 2nd worst movie of the year so far, including anything I've seen that was direct to streaming. The Road House reboot was leaps and bounds above this movie in entertainment value.

[@kwakaoorogers]

I am actually just grateful that Kevin Costner has created this. Critics are crazy. I enjoyed every second of immersion in this movie...I find myself convincingly transported to another time and place. I hope so very much that he makes all 4 parts.

[@jayward8237]

It was a standing ovation movie in my opinion. Brutal, jarring, gut wrenching, & incredibly emotional & beautiful.

[@debralegorreta1375]

I'm guessing the four chapters will be made and shown; and that the definite review is still a long way away from that day. It's just so big and it's way too early to say what its true import will be. WTF is Costner thinking? We'll see.

[@rickbennett7985]

Horizon is a great movie. Western aren’t my wife’s genre, but she loved it too. We’re looking for the sequel, part 2. I’ll probably buy the DVD it was so good.

[@Rhemaboy54]

Loved it. Many today wouldn’t like it without constant explosions and foul language. Reminds me of westerns I saw growing up

[@Bibliophilo]

Finally saw your review and your enthusiasm is a delight. I will watch the movie when it hits Theaters here in Germany in August. Keep up the good work about things you love.

[@Hunnard]

I bought a ticket for my brother and I to see it on Sunday night. We were the only two in the theater. I actually think that it enhanced the experienced because we felt like we were the only ones witnessing the magic. The movie ended around 2:00 A.M..

[@sebastianm.2901]

My gut feeling tells me this is gonna bomb hard, like really hard.. no matter if its good or not.

[@CerealAtMidnight]

I hope not, but it's far, far away from the kind of mindless crap that clogs up the box office week after week. There are no spaceships, no cars driving on submarines, and no cartoon characters being used to sell products. Really hoping adults show up for some mature storytelling here, but even if they don't, both Chapter 1 and Chapter 2 are done. They exist, and they will be seen and appreciated in time.

[@sebastianm.2901]

@@CerealAtMidnight I hope i am very wrong too, i always root for projects like this but the market is so weird right now and i don´t think its the time for a western. Johnny Depp´s Lone Ranger was a financial disaster and Johnny has a huge fan base.

[@CerealAtMidnight]

Ironically, we're living in a modern golden age for the western, but getting people to get out of their houses and support something in a movie theater like we did just a few years ago is a real tough proposition. We complain about the lack of variety in our movies, but we're voting with our wallets every day.

[@janefromtennessee]

@@CerealAtMidnight agree!!

[@sebastianm.2901]

@@CerealAtMidnight I called it, only 3 days later and already news of it beeing a massive flop and everyone rips it apart.. thats not gonna end well.

[@rickylequesne3745]

Saw it last night. Absolutely loved it and the soundtrack. Could have easily stayed to watch Chapter 2 if it was on. Loved the 5 minute montage at the end also. With the music it sent a chill down my spine.

[@tiphainec5055]

So Glad t have heard your reiew ! Got a new suscriber from France !! Will you go watch it again ?? I did tonight and I abslutely loved it , that production design my god ! I think I'll go again in a few days, trying to bring ppl on ! Hope it will do ok in France as Costner is loved here. But Western I guess don't appeal too much abroad .. But the 3rd one is already being shot so we'll get that one at least ! Thanks Costner ! What a legacy !

[@prayerposition1]

Fantastic review. Agree with everything you said. What a wonderful film. Loved every second of it.

[@harrihalonen9031]

Not seen yet but the only complaint that I have heard is that it is just a multiple beginnings of a story and therefore doesn't feel like an actual film but more likely a part of a miniseries. It's also shot like a TV show and not like an old western. But will be seeing it once possible.

[@JOELTILSON]

Horizon puts me in touch with my Homesteader ancestors. I was extremely moved by this western classic.

[@BlorbusUnimax]

I absolutely love this show cant wait for the second part. It is what has been missing from westerns. Reminds me of playing red dead redemption

[@farmgirlrebel1333]

I saw this on a Thursday matinee. I loved loved this movie. Had a low bar due to reviews but this was just wonderful on so many levels. This was just a set up...geez, I'm all in for the second in this series. I have read some reviews that people were confused by storylines. My gosh, they must have the attention span of Dory, not surprising in this TikTok age. The story lines were clearly unique and interesting. I honestly put this up with and probably surpassing Dune2 for my favorite film this year and probably a decade.

[@CerealAtMidnight]

I don't understand the negative reviews at all, but your comment about the small attention spans leading to confusion rings true. The movie doesn't take us anywhere that we can't follow. I'm hearing criticisms about both this film and The Bikeriders that aren't valid--people simply not paying attention and then blaming the movie for not holding their hand.

[@redpyro5585]

Horizon wasn't bad at all, there are a few minor gripes I have with it, but I still enjoyed it overall. It's only the first chapter of 4, so I am excited to see the next parts.

[@The_Loathsome]

Not perfect. But the ball still went over the fence. Highly recommend.

[@The_Loathsome]

Not perfect. But the ball still went over the fence. Highly recommend.

[@2011blez]

Bravo on your review. I loved it

[@CynthialLester]

EVERYTHING THAT KEVIN COSTNER MAKES IS QUALITY AND HAS THE SPIRIT OF EXCELLENCE!! HE STARTED IN 1988 WITH THE VISION IN HIS HEART ❤️!! HORIZON IS PART OF HIS LEGACY!!

[@slave_to_cinema]

Whoa! Im surprised but happy for the review! Im def going to see it Heath! Im really glad for the positive review! We need more movies like Horizon!

[@slave_to_cinema]

Well unfortunately i ended up having lots of issues with the movie :( i give it a 6.5/10

[@Yowzoe]

@@slave_to_cinema i’d love to hear a couple of your thoughts on each side of that 6.5. I may see it myself tonight, and I hope it’ll be worthwhile, but I am having my doubts…

[@joshuaj9881]

really looking forward to watching this! I per-ordered the 4k and want to go see Chapter 2 in theaters

[@FreedomKat]

This was movie of the year for me. I went twice and the 3 hours few by! I couldn't believe it. I did not want it to end!

[@sh0t0kan]

I loved the movie. I can't wait for the rest. It had a bit of the movie "Hostile" in it and I love Hostile.

[@TheSPACEDIEVEST1]

I am hoping that chapter 2 ties up the confusion that chapter 1 left me with. I liked it a lot but didn’t love it

[@Badger_Scott]

Thanks for your insight on this first part. I will be checking it out! The difficult issue with having 4 parts, is that someone might not have see part 3 or 2, or 1. It’s an extremely tough sell. I do love the ambition and passion behind it.

[@deltaforcechristians1030]

Will it overtake the greatest western EVER, "Once Upon a Time in the West"? We'll see.

[@1165mac]

Thank you for propping up The Postman. I love it and never felt it was too long, even after multiple viewings. I look forward to Horizon.

[@jean-francoisproulx7126]

I loved this movie…..time flew and I couldn’t wait for the next ones

[@JOELTILSON]

The characters in Horizon were realistic and I really cared about them.

[@regishel]

Is there Rap3 in this movie? I need to know before watching! 👀

[@michaelmcgee8543]

If it was shot in 3-strip Cinerama or 70 mm Cinerama I might see it.

[@derekchin6403]

Absolutely loved it, and can’t wait for Chapter 2 and the rest.

[@debralegorreta1375]

OK, OK, alright already. I'll watch it. I'll watch it.

[@slyfly187]

Not happy the movie did not do well. I thought it was pretty good.

[@shawnnelson3780]

It felt like red dead redemption. And I loved every minute of it!!!

[@stephannelson8780]

Man this was great I really hope it turns around and does well.

[@Mkr2400]

I felt the same about this movie. Thanks for the review.

[@Malvito]

I don't know if people, generally, are hardwired towards a given attention span ... I think it varies from person to person, like everything else in this world... but I would love to be able to get a Coke or an Icee (or a Coke Icee) prior to the movie, and not worry about whether or not I am going to need to miss five minutes to take a wee. But an argument against a hardwired attention span might be made, noting not only, say, TITANIC or the LORD OF THE RINGS movies (especially the Director Cuts), but also the Roadshow Spectaculars from the past, such as GONE WITH THE WIND, THE TEN COMMANDMENTS, BEN HUR, or THE SOUND OF MUSIC. I do wish that the more recent ones would follow the lead of the older ones by adding an intermission. If someone's movie is already in excess of three hours long, the addition of an extra fifteen minutes to spare the audience the indignity of having to wear Depends or, worse, a catheter, is not exactly going to have any bearing on whether or not they can squeeze in another showing, unless the theater in question has a 24-hour performance cycle. Since you have said that this one is even bigger than HOW THE WEST WAS WON, a movie I so wish I could see in the original Cinerama, I am intrigued.

[@CerealAtMidnight]

There's even a great place to put an intermission in this movie, but unfortunately we don't have them anymore, presumably so theaters can add an extra screening each day. Commerce tops comfort every time.

[@theninjateriakishow9456]

Wasn't interested until this review. I'll have to check it out

[@SpontaneousDelphi]

No don't ignore the critics. This movie is not a masterpiece it's a chaotic mess. Storyline is all over the place about like Joe Bidens incoherent rambling. Acting is outstanding cinematography and music is too. Script is horrible.

[@meowmeow5131]

I had some issues with it but overall I loved it. Big and juicy in a good way.

[@martinskov861]

I completely agree with your review of the film. Apart from the story, which is riveting, I felt, maybe for the first time, that I was truely transported back in time. Kevin Costner has managed to create a time machine that puts you directly into the mid to latter part of the 19th century. I have to see this movie again (and again)

[@DefunctGames]

"There's no way to talk about this movie in terms of what's actually in it, because actually EVERYTHING is in it." Well ... everything except for a conclusion. It's 3 hours of set-up. Perhaps EVERYTHING will be in it when the other parts come out, but there's a lot missing from this particular film.

[@CerealAtMidnight]

We know that going in. When Frodo and Sam wander out of the sunlight and into the shadow of Mordor at the end of The Fellowship of the Ring, there was ZERO discussion about how it wasn't a complete movie. We know what we're signing up for when we buy a ticket for a movie that's part 1 of a saga. Also, it's not just 3 hours of set up. There are character arcs that are fully completed. Just not those of our main characters.

[@MrRutty1984]

I really enjoyed this film, definitely felt like a part one but still enjoyed. The characters kept me interested all the way through and my god the cinematography is incredible.

[@JamesClark-lw6sw]

Well, unlike waiting for another season of Yellowstone(years),.you can see part 2 in eight weeks!

[@krono5el]

that still might go to waterworld : D

[@poptopia1]

Has any other actor made as many top notch films as Costner?

[@daveclark8337]

Everyone has a different idea of 'top notch'. But yes, Kevin had a bunch of hit movies back in the 80s and 90s.

[@daveclark8337]

I personally would take Clint Eastwood hands down, as both a movie star and a Director. He's the 'Man wth No Name' AND Dirty Harry.

[@poptopia1]

@@daveclark8337Totally forgot about Clint your right

[@shawntaylor7442]

Absolutely love Open Range. I may try to get out and see Horizon in theater. Such a long stretch of time in the summer to be at the theater

[@JamesClark-lw6sw]

Horizon part 1 is no longer than Dances with Wolves..

[@CynthialLester]

THIS IS THE REAL PROSPECTIVE OF HORIZON!!

[@CynthialLester]

THE YOUNGER THE SHORTER THE ATTENTION SPAN

[@SnakeNel]

I have tickets to see this on Sunday night. I liked OPEN RANGE a lot more than DANCES WITH WOLVES (or THE POSTMAN or WATERWORLD). No IMAX or Dolby screenings, but they have one screening with Spanish subtitles.

[@charlespowell5847]

Don’t waste your time and money. 😂

[@JOELTILSON]

John Ford would be proud to see this.

[@tnbocon]

Whether you feel like you would like it or not, it is worth supporting to break the monopoly of un-inspired re-treads that Hollywood continues to push down our throats. Costner self-funded and bridged the other funding with private funding, not studio money... Think of your $10 ticket as a donation to the arts. I went in with low expectations and came out extremely satisfied.

[@playedout148]

Seems like it would appeal to Larry mcmurtrey fans.

[@CerealAtMidnight]

Definitely!

[@iwantmytvnow]

Horizon ruled.