Good Cast of Characters

Rating: 10/10 (15 April 2014)

I loved this film simply for the cast. Casey Affleck (who I always say never gets the credit he deserves) is perfect for the role of Robert Ford as is Sam Rockwell as his brother Charlie. The locations for filming (Canada I believe) were and the score is hauntingly beautiful beautiful. The only thing I didn't like about the film is the title. Personally, I don't think of Robert Ford as a coward when you look at all the things Jesse James had done; honoring the bad guy has always puzzled me. In any case, it's still intriguing and well worth the 160 minutes. It does have some sexual reference, but tastefully done and there isn't much in the way of cursing, but there is some graphic violence. I thought the narration (by Scottish actor Hugh Ross), throughout the film was a pleasant addition to the film as it explains a lot of what the viewer doesn't really see; the history of some of the characters and what they're thinking. This is still one of my favorite films and I recommend it if you like quality filming.