Added to Plex on Monday, Apr 8, 2024 The late 19th century, “Jane Got a Gun” focuses on Jane Hammond (Natalie Portman), a resilient and determined woman who seeks the aid of her ex-lover, Dan Frost (Joel Edgerton), to protect her critically injured husband, Bill “Ham” Hammond (Noah Emmerich), from the vengeful Bishop Boys gang. Leading the gang is the ruthless John Bishop (Ewan McGregor), who, along with his henchmen, lays siege to Jane’s homestead. Despite their complicated past and the emotional scars it has left, Jane and Dan must band together to defend their lives against a relentless enemy, leading to a desperate struggle for survival on the unforgiving frontier. The film unfolds with intensity, blending action, drama, and the themes of redemption and resilience.
Length: 1h 38m
Genre: Western, Drama, Action
This Title is: Gritty, Intense
Cast
- Natalie Portman as Jane Hammond
- Joel Edgerton as Dan Frost
- Noah Emmerich as Bill “Ham” Hammond
- Ewan McGregor as John Bishop
Parental Guidance
Maturity Rating: R
Violence, thematic elements
Trivia
- The screenplay was featured on the 2011 Black List, a list of the most popular unproduced scripts.
- Production faced multiple cast and director changes before completion.
- Ewan McGregor replaced Bradley Cooper as the villain John Bishop due to scheduling conflicts.
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Despite a tumultuous production history, “Jane Got a Gun” emerges as a solid, if unspectacular, entry into the Western genre. Natalie Portman delivers a strong performance, ably supported by Joel Edgerton and Ewan McGregor. The film’s pacing is hampered by its flashbacks, and while it doesn’t reinvent the Western wheel, its action sequences and character dynamics offer enough to keep viewers engaged. Overall, it stands as a worthy watch for fans of the genre, though it might not leave a lasting impact.
