Slow West

Slow West is a 2015 neo-Western film written and directed by John Maclean, in his feature directorial debut. The film stars Michael Fassbender, Kodi Smit-McPhee, and Ben Mendelsohn.

The film follows the journey of Jay Cavendish (Smit-McPhee), a young Scottish man who travels to the American West in search of his love, Rose Ross (Caren Pistorius). He hires Silas Selleck (Fassbender), a mysterious and rugged gunslinger, as his guide and protector.

Set in 1870, Slow West subverts many traditional Western tropes, offering a more realistic and often brutal portrayal of life on the frontier. It explores themes of innocence, disillusionment, violence, and the often-romanticized image of the American West contrasted with its harsh realities. The film is characterized by its deliberate pacing, striking visuals, and dark humor.