I watched this movie on the recommendation of +Red Flanagan. I'm glad I did, too.
Synopsis: Set in Australia in the 1880's this film tells the story of a law man who sets one outlaw brother against another seeking justice. In a plot that's reminiscent of Red Dead Redemption, Charlie Burns (played by Guy Pearce) must track down the leader of his former gang (his brother Arthur, played by Danny Huston) in order to save his family (his other brother Mikey, played by Richard Wilson)
The Good: This film has great atmosphere and sets. Nick Cave's vocal performance of The Rider throughout the film is haunting and gives the flick an uneasiness that really adds to the it. Guy Pearce and Danny Huston are phenomenal as the Burns brothers and each gives a memorable portrayal. Though it's set in Australia, this is one of the better (though I wouldn't say best) western films of the 21st century.
The Bad: The pacing of the film is a little odd at times, but not in an awful way. I really don't have much negative to say about this one.
The Ugly: This movie features a lot of racism towards aboriginal folk that was prevalent of the time. There are a few scenes that are brutal and hard to watch, but they are essential to the plot.
In Your Game:
Adventure Hook - The players have run afoul of the law (or some other person/organization in power) and are surrounded. They are captured and given a proposition. Bring in a former ally or someone close to them will pay with their life.
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