Set in the late days of World War II, Ella Connors (Fonda) joins forces with fellow rancher Frank Athearn (Caan) in a battle to save their land from greedy cattle baron Jacob J.W. Ewing (Robards). There aren't enough stars for this movie! It wasn't for greed. *Death*! COMES A HORSEMAN.COMES A GREAT MOVIE!!! To add the following enhancements to your purchase, choose a different seller. The setting is France and the year is 1944. James Caan is surprisingly good in his role and Jane Fonda is excellent as ever. My sense is that Comes a Horseman is a 70s Hollywood classic the same way Pluto is a planet: kinda in the canon, kinda not. This story has been re-edited, and uses UK spelling to reflect its setting. Farnsworth is Farnsworth was one of those actors that was so unique you figured it had to be a lot of his true character in the performance. Start Shopping. A horse dragging him veered from its course and caused Sheppard to hit his head on a fence post. They are all firmly rooted in the Old West. Sure it's slow and one, Disillusionment In Sun-Drenched 1970s American New Wave Cinema: A Watching Brief. Pakula continues herding Americana through the paranoid landscape. I have to say that historical fiction is not my usual go to but I couldn't resist giving Anne Barnwell's Comes a Horseman a try and boy am I sure glad I did. A loving lament to the past. I've always had good luck with Amazon, Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 11, 2009, Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 21, 2014, Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 26, 2020, Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 11, 2021, Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 13, 2015, Learn more how customers reviews work on Amazon, James Caan, Jane Fonda, Jason Robards, Jr., George Grizzard, Richard Farnsworth. Contains real page numbers based on the print edition (ISBN 1635336651). When it comes to the relation between James Caan and Jane Fonda, the magic is slowly built up in the small details a sharp and mature eye will sense all the way until they start working side by side in a difficult everyday life on a small farm. Cassandra was nothing, her village was nothing. He did the same in "The Straight Story" and the very fine "The Grey Fox". Comes a Horseman gained a nomination for Fonda as best actress, but this film actually was Oscar material all the way through..The story of widowed, Ella Conners (Fonda) working to the bone to keep her ranch afloat just one more day is haunting in it's simplicity and should be appreciated for it's stellar dialog between the characters. In some ways, this was the hardest book in the trilogy to read. Reviewed in the United States on July 24, 2022, Reviewed in the United States on July 12, 2021. Helping out as her foreman is an old-timer. Made by fans in Aotearoa New Zealand. To see our price, add these items to your cart. This is personally my favorite James Caan performance. A loving lament to the past. Go to the content Go to the footer. IT IS SIMPLY ONE OF MY FAVORITE MOVIES, AND HORSE-RIDING WESTERNS. James Caan,Jane Fonda,Jason Robards,Richard Farnsworth,Jim Davis,Mark Harmon, George Grizzard, Customer Reviews, including Product Star Ratings help customers to learn more about the product and decide whether it is the right product for them.Learn more how customers reviews work on Amazon, [{"displayPrice":"$17.99","priceAmount":17.99,"currencySymbol":"$","integerValue":"17","decimalSeparator":".","fractionalValue":"99","symbolPosition":"left","hasSpace":false,"showFractionalPartIfEmpty":true,"offerListingId":"Mfcv404Z1blbFlln3SnkisLMtdgVZ170sh8UbeF5XRIL2EhxsdFjGKWSygVZwLT6vs2XLUmO9k37%2BRG5cIMZ9xteSy7ekc5GC8Xqf9LZGPmYxGGVXLYS0cKcBfC8VWjuikZNHq3Ul72VX5p5S1Mw%2Fw%3D%3D","locale":"en-US","buyingOptionType":"NEW"}]. It's an old movie. The magnificent cinematography by Gordon Willis does much to evoke this lost elysium. It looks like WhatsApp is not installed on your phone. Frank 'Buck' Athearn: You know lady, you got balls the size of grapefruits. Film Comment; New York Vol. Free returns are available for the shipping address you chose. JAMES CANN WAS SENSITIVE YET STRONG. THOSE WONDERFUL QUALITIES IN BOTH MEN AND WOMEN THAT COME WITH LIVING OFF THE LAND AND CLOSE TO NATURE. WHERE THINGS STRIVE TO SURVIVE MAKE NO EXCUSES, TAKE THE PUNCH ON THE NOSE. AND STILL GET UP AND GET THE CHORES DONE. When I started reading, the panic turned to slight terror because I was completely lost and had absolutely no idea what was going on in the story. Redemption links and eBooks cannot be resold. [4], "The theme of this film is very, very American," said Pakula. Reviewed in the United States on October 11, 2016. But his lack of experience in the genre is not apparent and he shows a commendable love and reverance for his subject. Please use a different way to share. The film has a couple of very good scenes. In flashback to 1867 Texas, Duncan is part of a posse after Immortal Koren and his gang of raiders. There was a problem loading your book clubs. It looks like WhatsApp is not installed on your phone. The magnificent cinematography by Gordon Willis does much to evoke this lost elysium. A mention should be made of the excellent music score by Michael Small which compliments the film seamlessly. Jason Robards does this sinister thing in Alan J. Pakula's COMES A HORSEMAN where he looks Jane Fonda dead in the eye, grits his teeth, yet makes his threats sound absolutely neutral & it's super effective. Visiting J.W. Farnsworth would have been proud of the cattle scenes and the fine horsemanship displayed by the stunt riders. Sold by Glids Music and Books and ships from Amazon Fulfillment. Great Western very tense and about the early days of the oil barons james caan is brilliant as the horseman who stands against him, A CLASS MOVIE ALWAYS WORTH WATCHING JANE FONDA A GOOD STORYLINE TOP ACTING FROM ROBARDS AND MR CAAN, 1996-2023, Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates, Select a location to see product availability. Word Wise helps you read harder books by explaining the most challenging words in the book. Neither comes out unscathed, and once again BoJack is wracked with guilt and wants to confess and pay for his actions. He set the story toward the end of World War II, which isn't the "normal" time period for a Western about cattle ranching, but then not much is really made of the relatively modern situation. What world could they possibly be living in???????? Breathtaking. Annes books have received honourable mentions five times, reached the finals four timesone of which was for best gay bookand been a runner up in the Rainbow Awards. Jason Robards plays such a slimeball character in this that you know the ending from about the fourth minute. This item can be returned in its original condition for a full refund or replacement within 30 days of receipt. An extra fine performance from Richard Farnsworth adds to the authentic feel. Although J.W. However, Kristopher is no longer sure the information he carries in his memory is safe with either side.When Standartenfhrer Holm and his men finally catch up with their prey, the team is left with few options. Corey Cushing. Directed by Alan J. Pakula. During a whimsical jaunt to a game show, Methos and MacLeod sense another Immortal, and while Methos leaves, Duncan decides to find out who was about. Brief content visible, double tap to read full content. A loving lament to the past. The gorgeous vistas are awe-inspiring, but, in places, Comes a Horseman drifts achingly slow. There is one where Fonda and Caan sit together eating a stew and reading books together. Like many Westerns set in a more modern era, this one tends to look back over its shoulder and pay homage to an idealized old West. One of those random Alan J Pakula joints I didn't know existed until stumbling across it on tubi. Farnsworth is Farnsworth was one of those actors that was so unique you figured it had to be a lot of his true character in the performance. Then the answer is yes. In a show full of surprises, the saddest BoJack Horseman moments will catch you off guard the most. The setting is France and the year is 1944. It's been over two years since I read the first two books in this trilogy and I debated about giving them a re-read before starting Comes a Horseman but unfortunately time was not on my side so I decided to just jump in feet first. Details Prime Video $3.99 $14.99 Blu-ray $17.89 DVD $24.95 VHS Tape $9.99 Additional DVD options Edition Discs Price New from Used from DVD The movie is gut wrenching and unforgiving, as Ella and her rugged foreman Dodger, played by Richard Farmsworth fight every hour of the day to eek out a living working cattle. Na verdade esse um belo western, apesar de uma cena mais drstica aqui e al (dentre as quais uma que matou um dubl) e uma vilania tinindo do Robards, um filme bem contemplativo e gostoso de ver.Blu-ray rip YTS. Please consider upgrading to a Pro accountfor less than a couple bucks a month, youll get cool additional features like all-time and annual stats pages (example), the ability to select (and filter by) your favorite streaming services, and no ads! It's been over two years since I read the first two books in this trilogy and I debated about giving them a re-read before starting Comes a Horseman but unfortunately time was not on my side so I decided to just jump in feet first. The horse comes first. WHO WOULDN'T? Eligible for Return, Refund or Replacement within 30 days of receipt. You can return the item for any reason in new and unused condition: no shipping charges. Methos: No, it is not enough. Like many Westerns set in a more modern era, this one tends to look back over its shoulder and pay homage to an idealized old West. Editorial Reviews. I will not give away the contence of the film here, cause no mather, I think the chemistry between Jane Fonda and James Caan is what you will remember best from this film. Overall this film is a fine achievement and immensely watchable. I do have to say I got teary-eyed during one part when it dealt with Zach who is the son to FBI agent Brady and his visit to his mom's grave. WHOM HAS A THING FOR JANE. MR. PAKULA GOES TO WASHINGTON JANE FONDA WAS A BELIEVABLE AND EXPERTLY PLAYED, WESTERN, DOWN-TO-EARTH-AS-DIRT, AND TROUBLED TOUGHY WITH SILENT BEAUTY. Enhancements you chose aren't available for this seller. You know, I could understand if this was a Western back in the early 1800s, but this is America in the mid 1940s, and yet, in this land they live in, a guy, working for Jason Robards, could just ride up to James Caan and his partner and shoot both of them with no You know, I could understand if this was a Western back in the early 1800s, but this is America in the mid 1940s, and yet, in this land they live in, a guy, working for Jason Robards, could just ride up to James Caan and his partner and shoot both of them with no consequences.Ain't that fine and dandy! Comes a Horseman is a 1978 American Western drama film starring Jane Fonda, James Caan, Jason Robards, and Richard Farnsworth, directed by Alan J. Pakula. With Adrian Paul, Stan Kirsch, Jim Byrnes, Valentine Pelka. Death on horse! into agreeing. And it wasn't for vengeance. IMDb But his lack of experience in the genre is not apparent and he shows a commendable love and reverance for his subject. [5], On 18 August 1977, a stuntman working on this film, Jim Sheppard, was killed while doing a scene where Robards' character is dragged to (presumably) his death. This building is located in Newport in Newport County zip code 02840. A woman rancher (Jane Fonda) reluctantly joins forces with an ex-soldier (James Caan) to resist the powerful forces of the land-greedy baron. This film has all the adventure of the day to day grind of a ranch but what stands out is the quiet talks between Frank and Ella. I can't say enough about Jane Fonda and James Cann's acting, it is over the top. Thompson, Richard. Full content visible, double tap to read brief content. Amazon has encountered an error. Siskel, Gene (November 1, 1978). Help others learn more about this product by uploading a video! It's an old movie. These ebooks can only be redeemed by recipients in the US. Free shipping available. IT IS SIMPLY ONE OF MY FAVORITE MOVIES, AND HORSE-RIDING WESTERNS. But Kristopher has a fear that the knowledge he holds, to the most dangerous formula of . Comes a Horseman is an slow emotional rugged movie that will appeal to both men and women. Comes a Horseman is presented using the best available elements. "Celebration of the Beauty and Bounty of the Big Land". Reviewed in the United States on July 10, 2021, Came to us in record time, we watched it right away and loved it. But Kristopher has a fear that the knowledge he holds, to the most dangerous formula of . Meanwhile, Cassandra reveals Methos was also one of the Horsemen, which shoc See production, box office & company info. Finally a film with a relative young James Caan, but with quite another character than he played in the exellent western film Eldorado. He is the understanding and non-judgemental man that Ella needs in her life to help her thru the trauma of her young life and former association with Ewing. He is much better known for films like "Klute" and "All the Presidents Men". This is not a regular fancy western, but mainly a very realistic and beautiful relationship between man and woman, with enough action to create the right tension when it comes to describe difficulties they are up against. I'm surprised the rating isn't higher though. Comes a Horseman is presented using the best available elements. It takes place during WWII as it comes closer to ending in 1944. Finally a film with a relative young James Caan, but with quite another character than he played in the exellent western film Eldorado. It's a romance that doesn't actually happen till 94 minutes in. Reviewed in the United States on October 11, 2016. The List Price is the suggested retail price of a new product as provided by a manufacturer, supplier, or seller. Reviewed in the United States on October 11, 2016. JANE FONDA WAS A BELIEVABLE AND EXPERTLY PLAYED, WESTERN, DOWN-TO-EARTH-AS-DIRT, AND TROUBLED TOUGHY WITH SILENT BEAUTY. Summary: Ella Connors is a single woman who gets pressured to sell her failing cattle farm to her corrupt ex suitor, Jacob Ewing. James Caan's insouciant veteran/cowboy and Jason Robards' winner-takes-all villain are equally solid. Full content visible, double tap to read brief content. MacLeod tells him their friendship is over. Even the pauses in his speech fill emotional volumes. Arnold, Gary (October 25, 1978). I will not give away the contence of the film here, cause no mather, I think the chemistry between Jane Fonda and James Caan is what you will remember best from this film. The movie is gut wrenching and unforgiving, as Ella and her rugged foreman Dodger, played by Richard Farmsworth fight every hour of the day to eek out a living working cattle. Nearby ZIP codes include 02840 and 02841. $14.99 Buy HD $3.99 Rent HD play_arrow Trailer info Watch in a web browser or on supported devices Learn More About this movie arrow_forward "Comes a Horseman" is an unforgettable saga of. Richard Farnsworths (Misery) portrayal of aging cowhand Dodger earned him an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor and George Grizzard (Advise & Consent) and Mark Harmon (TVs NCIS, Summer School) round out the cast. (written by) Cast (in credits order) verified as complete Produced by Music by Michael Small Cinematography by Gordon Willis . 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