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In 2015’s “Forsaken,” directed by Jon Cassar, John Henry Clayton (played by Kiefer Sutherland) retires as a gunfighter and returns to his hometown, hoping to fix his relationship with his estranged father Reverend William Clayton (Donald Sutherland). However, John Henry’s hopes for a peaceful life are disrupted when he learns about the problems faced by the local community due to ruthless land-grabbers. Pressured and torn between his past and the need to stand up for the innocents, he has to decide if he should pick up the gun once again.

Length: 1h30m
Genre: Drama, Western
This Title is: A tale of redemption and family ties

FORSAKEN IS STREAMING TODAY ON NETFLIX

Trailer

Cast

Kiefer Sutherland as John Henry Clayton
Donald Sutherland as Reverend William Clayton
Demi Moore as Mary-Alice Watson
Michael Wincott as Dave Turner
Brian Cox as James McCurdy

Parental Guidance

Maturity Rating: R – for violence and some language.

Content warnings: Gun violence, scenes of confrontation, and thematic elements.

Trivia

This marks the first time Kiefer and Donald Sutherland shared significant onscreen time together, despite both having illustrious careers in film and television.
The movie was filmed in just 30 days, primarily in Alberta, Canada.
Director Jon Cassar is also known for his work on the TV show “24,” which starred Kiefer Sutherland.

Our Review

“Forsaken” offers a poignant and layered tale of reconciliation, both familial and personal. Kiefer and Donald Sutherland’s onscreen chemistry is palpable, providing authenticity to the father-son relationship central to the film. Set against the unforgiving backdrop of the Wild West, the film masterfully marries dramatic elements with the hallmark grit of the Western genre. Some may find the plot predictable, but the nuanced performances, particularly from the Sutherlands, elevate the film above standard genre fare. Those seeking a Western with depth and heart will find “Forsaken” a gratifying watch.