Good acting in competent Western despite contrived climax

Rating: Null/10 (4 February 2009)

This is a well acted entertaining western despite some plot contrivances. Russell Crowe and Christian Bale both work very well with each other. Bale, in particular, brings out the inner torment that his character faces. Though the film is dialog heavy, there's quite a lot of action. In fact, the climactic action scene goes on a bit too long and is frankly more than a touch unbelievable. Also, (MINOR SPOILERS) Russell Crowe's actions after he gets on the train seem to negate all the previous character development. Still, it's competently made and quite watchable.
Overall 7/10