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Red Rock West

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When unemployed ex-marine Michael Williams (Nicolas Cage) stumbles into a bar in Red Rock, Wyo., the owner, Wayne (J.T. Walsh), mistakes him for a hired killer and offers him $10,000 to kill his wife, Suzanne (Lara Flynn Boyle). Michael plays along, taking half the money up front, then tells Suzanne what her husband is planning. She seduces Michael and proposes that he kill her husband instead. While he weighs his options, the real killer (Dennis Hopper) turns up looking for his money.
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Critics Consensus

Red Rock West is a hidden neo-noir gem with some delightful cracks in its surface -- and an opportunity to see Lara Flynn Boyle, Nicolas Cage, Dennis Hopper, and J.T. Walsh go toe-to-toe in all their early '90s glory.

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Bernard Zuel Sydney Morning Herald Apr 23
John Dahl's seductive, sly thriller never takes a false step. Go to Full Review Christopher Harris Globe and Mail Oct 8
2.5/4
A neat and prickly little thriller, dressed up in cowboy noir clothing. Go to Full Review Julie Lang Village Voice 07/16/2025
The film itself wallows seductively in the twisted, consumptive murk of America's small towns. Go to Full Review Larry Ratliff San Antonio Express-News 1d
This is a blistering mystery thriller with a deadly sense of humor at every turn. Go to Full Review Matthew Soergel Florida Times-Union Feb 4
4/5
Red Rock West tweaks conventions nicely, acting a lot smarter than the B-movie it is. Go to Full Review John Ferguson Radio Times Aug 31
4/5
The plot twists and turns deliciously, and Dahl's deft direction strikes a clever balance between knowing humour and genuine suspense. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Erin M @Mightymotes Mar 29 Great acting by all involved, and great pace. It keeps you guessing until the end. See more Marc T. @NoFluffReviews Feb 26 A bit of suspension of disbelief is required but its believable enough and the performances were really good. The cinematography is good at reflecting the vibe and setting. It paces nicely and doesn't get too convoluted or sidetracked from the main premis. A really good sleeper film that I never heard of for over 30 years. See more mark g @Mark_Alan_G. Feb 18 Brilliant modern film noir. Cage, Walsh and Hopper are perfectly cast. Dwight Yoakam provides a hilarious cameo. Beautiful cinematography, choreography and scenery. This film is close to perfect. See more Joy B. @9mr_0 Jan 1 فلم جميل والقصة متماسكة ومحبوكة، البطل ذكي لكن يظهر بتعابير باردة وساذجة احيانا رغم خطورة الموقف الذي هو فيه، وهذا الشي يمكن تفسيره من خلال الحوارات و نعرف سبب برودة لان البطل (نيكولاس ) نجاته من انفجار في لبنان راح ضحيته أكثر من 200 شخص خلته شخص لا يهتم كثيرًا لما يدور حوله وكأنه يعيش حالة صدمة دائمة، إضافة إلى الإعاقة التي تعرّض لها في رجله بسبب ذلك الانفجار والتي جعلته يواجه صعوبة في الحصول على عمل، هذه العوامل اعتمد عليها المخرج في إظهار برودة نيكولاس كيج في ردات فعله وتعابيره، ونيكولاس أبدع فعلًا في تجسيد هذه الشخصية بطريقة مقنعة وهادئة. أداء J.T كان قويًا ومتمكنًا، وقد نجح في تمثيل الغضب والانفعال داخل الفيلم وكان من أكثر الشخصيات ثباتًا في الأداء. بالمقابل، الأداء غير المقنع الوحيد كان للممثلة التي قامت بدور سوزان، فرغم أن الدور قوي ومع تصاعد الأحداث نكتشف أنها سارقة وأطلقت النار على عشيقها، إلا أن أداء الممثلة ظهر بشكل ركيك ولم يعطِ الإحساس بأنها شخصية قادرة أو خطيرة فعلًا. المخرج أبدع في تعقيد الأحداث إلى درجة تبدو فيها الحلول شبه مستحيلة، لكنه في النهاية يقدّم مخارج ملتوية وغير متوقعة تحافظ على تشويق الفيلم، أما التصوير فكان هادئًا ومتزن See more tucker s @tucker83014 Oct 27 Absolutely fantastic movie in every respect. Five stars all day long See more revolver.0 8 @Revolver08 08/03/2025 absolute pure comedy See more Read all reviews
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John Dahl

Director

Nicolas Cage

Michael Williams

Dennis Hopper

Lyle from Dallas

Lara Flynn Boyle

Suzanne Brown aka Ann McCord

Timothy Carhart

Deputy Matt Greytack

J.T. Walsh

Wayne Brown aka Kevin McCord

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Synopsis When unemployed ex-marine Michael Williams (Nicolas Cage) stumbles into a bar in Red Rock, Wyo., the owner, Wayne (J.T. Walsh), mistakes him for a hired killer and offers him $10,000 to kill his wife, Suzanne (Lara Flynn Boyle). Michael plays along, taking half the money up front, then tells Suzanne what her husband is planning. She seduces Michael and proposes that he kill her husband instead. While he weighs his options, the real killer (Dennis Hopper) turns up looking for his money.
Director
John Dahl
Producer
Steve Golin, Sigurjon Sighvatsson
Screenwriter
Rick Dahl, John Dahl
Distributor
Columbia TriStar Home Video, Capital Filmes
Production Co
Red Rock Films, PolyGram Filmed Entertainment
Rating
R
Genre
Crime, Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Jun 16, 1993, Original
Release Date (Streaming)
Jan 27, 2015
Runtime
1h 38m
Sound Mix
Surround
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