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The White Buffalo

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When an aging Wild Bill Hickok (Charles Bronson) finds his dreams invaded by the image of a rampaging white buffalo, he decides the only remedy is to find and kill the creature. With the help of his old friend Charlie (Jack Warden), he sets out across the snowy plains, unaware that he's not the only one looking for the fabled beast. Sioux Chief Crazy Horse (Will Sampson) has recently lost a daughter to the white buffalo, and he fears the girl's soul won't rest until he kills it.
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Matt Brunson Film Frenzy An interesting misfire worth a glance when entertainment options are limited. Rated: 2.5/4 Jul 5, 2023 Full Review Bernard Drew Gannett News Service The film, from the creators of King Kong, fails to live up to its billing. Nov 1, 2019 Full Review Dennis Schwartz Dennis Schwartz Movie Reviews More a white elephant than a white buffalo picture. Rated: C+ Apr 10, 2008 Full Review Chuck O'Leary Fantastica Daily Rated: 2/5 Sep 21, 2005 Full Review Emanuel Levy EmanuelLevy.Com Rated: 2/5 Jun 25, 2005 Full Review Philip Martin Arkansas Democrat-Gazette Rated: 3/5 May 16, 2005 Full Review Read all reviews

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Jeff S Some entertaining action and intriguing interaction between Hickok and Chief Crazy Horse, stripped of his title and given the name Worm until he can claim vengeance against a horrible beast that ravaged his people and also continues to haunt Hickok in his sleep. This shared foe brings together two enemies, at least temporarily. Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 02/12/24 Full Review Audience Member 70s Western fare that is bigger than life. If you love the tales of the old West with great historical names and legendary cast members, you will love this movie. A Fun ride! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/23/23 Full Review Audience Member A mythic movie (not in fact) in which the White Buffalo is rarely seen and that magnified the impact of it as a Monster. The movies suggests a sort of personal mystic journey into facing and slaying our fears. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/14/23 Full Review Audience Member Pretty awesome western with a touch of horror element in there, has Bronson as Wild Bill hunting a legendary killer Buffalo. Like Captain Ahab this thing haunts him. Aside from some wonky animatronics at times, it was pretty damn effective. Had lots of fun. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 02/01/23 Full Review Audience Member Atypical Western is filled with mood and crackling dialogue that keeps you coming back for another listen. Bronson leads a list of Western stalwarts in a spooky hunt for the titular white buffalo (designed by Carlo Rambaldi) that is part Western, part horror movie, with some potent psychological undertones. Bronson turns in a stellar turn as the driven Wild Bill Hickok, with able support from Jack Warden. John Barry's score adds plenty of atmosphere. The movie's weird mystical vibe may turn off most general Western fans, but for those looking for a little something different, this movie is worth checking out. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 02/07/23 Full Review Audience Member Loved this movie as a kid...it scared me :) Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 01/27/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis When an aging Wild Bill Hickok (Charles Bronson) finds his dreams invaded by the image of a rampaging white buffalo, he decides the only remedy is to find and kill the creature. With the help of his old friend Charlie (Jack Warden), he sets out across the snowy plains, unaware that he's not the only one looking for the fabled beast. Sioux Chief Crazy Horse (Will Sampson) has recently lost a daughter to the white buffalo, and he fears the girl's soul won't rest until he kills it.
Director
J. Lee Thompson
Producer
Pancho Kohner
Screenwriter
Richard Sale
Production Co
Dino De Laurentiis Company
Rating
PG
Genre
Western
Original Language
English
Release Date (Streaming)
Sep 16, 2008
Runtime
1h 37m
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