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The Last Victim

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In this stylized neo-western thriller, a group of modern-day outlaws and their terrifying leader are pursued by a local sheriff (Ron Perlman), after committing a horrific crime in a desolate southwest town. When a professor and her husband cross paths with the criminals, everyone is drawn into a spiral of violence and retribution where morality becomes ambiguous, and survival is the only option.
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Phil Hoad Guardian 10/03/2022
2/5
This modern western is a case of Mo’ Country for Old Men, though not in an especially good way. Go to Full Review Tim Cogshell FilmWeek (LAist) 05/21/2022
This is a film with a lot of good performances that gets off to a really good start... It loses the thread in the third act. I was really disappointed. Go to Full Review Maxwell Rabb Chicago Reader 05/14/2022
No amount of cowboy bravado could pump life into director Naveen Chathappuram’s debut film. Go to Full Review Kevin Wight The Wee Review 10/01/2022
2
Attempts to stitch together three disparate elements, and the resulting creation only fitfully come to life. Go to Full Review Dennis Schwartz Dennis Schwartz Movie Reviews 06/24/2022
C+
In its quest for some kind of gravitas it states that even iguanas may have souls. Go to Full Review Joel Copling Spectrum Culture 05/18/2022
If the plot sounds familiar, it’s more of an homage to the Coen Brothers than a rip-off; but in the end, it’s all too simple. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Elisha I @asapidox Dec 15 A rough watch from start to finish. The pacing is slow, the story feels unfocused, and there’s very little to stay invested in. Even the performances can’t save it. Disappointing and easily skippable. See more Marcus S @RT03904447 Oct 7 What makes The Last Victim stand out is its mix of classic western grit and modern psychological depth. It is not just a tale of good versus evil but a meditation on survival, morality, and how violence leaves its mark on everyone it touches. The performances are grounded and believable, the tension builds naturally, and the atmosphere lingers long after the credits roll. It is a slow burn thriller that rewards patience with mood, realism, and emotional weight, a reminder that the real battle is not always out in the desert but within. See more Mariah Z @RT31723051 Oct 6 A gripping neo western set in the American Southwest. Beautifully shot and well acted, it stands out as a bold and stylish modern thriller. See more Terri M @RT43040966 Oct 6 Ron Perlman delivers quiet authority, and Ali Larter brings heart as an ordinary woman caught in violence. It feels grounded, raw, and true to its indie roots. Naveen A. Chathapuram crafts a moody, engaging thriller that keeps you watching until the end. See more Carly P @RT47501317 Oct 6 The Last Victim is a tense neo western set in the American Southwest, beautifully directed by Naveen A. Chathapuram. Ali Larter shines in her return to the screen, bringing strength and depth, while Ron Perlman adds his trademark presence. Ralph Ineson stands out as a chilling villain. The film’s visuals and atmosphere are striking, showing real confidence from a first time director. A gritty, stylish debut worth watching. See more Kashgar A @AllFunAndGames 04/05/2025 Redeemed by some excellent acting. Sure the story got a bit beyond itself by the end. But it is definitely worth a watch and it kept us entertained. See more Read all reviews
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Naveen A. Chathapuram

Director

Ali Larter

Susan

Ron Perlman

Sheriff Hickey

Ralph Ineson

Jake

Tahmoh Penikett

Richard Orden

Kyle Schmid

Bull

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Synopsis In this stylized neo-western thriller, a group of modern-day outlaws and their terrifying leader are pursued by a local sheriff (Ron Perlman), after committing a horrific crime in a desolate southwest town. When a professor and her husband cross paths with the criminals, everyone is drawn into a spiral of violence and retribution where morality becomes ambiguous, and survival is the only option.
Director
Naveen A. Chathapuram
Producer
Vicky Gong, Shaun Sanghani, Todd Berger, Naveen A. Chathapuram, Graem Luis, Nicholas Burnett, Luke Daniels, Joseph Lanius, Charles Leslie, Frank Li
Screenwriter
Ashley James Louis, Doc Justin, Naveen A. Chathapuram
Distributor
Decal
Production Co
Concourse Media, Slated
Genre
Mystery & Thriller, Western
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
May 13, 2022, Limited
Release Date (Streaming)
May 13, 2022
Runtime
1h 51m
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