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True History of the Kelly Gang

R Released Apr 24, 2020 2h 4m Crime Drama Biography TRAILER for List
80% Tomatometer 167 Reviews 41% Popcornmeter 250+ Ratings
An exploration of Australian bushranger Ned Kelly and his gang as they attempt to evade authorities during the 1870s.
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Its unusual approach won't be for all viewers, but True History of the Kelly Gang takes a distinctively postmodern look at Australia's past.

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Charles Bramesco Inside Hook For his fourth feature, Australia's prodigal son has returned to his visceral, lo-fi roots. Sep 21, 2021 Full Review Roxana Hadadi Pajiba How True History of the Kelly Gang broadens what we mean when we say the word "outlaw" is another step forward for Justin Kurzel in his cinematic investigation of what makes a man. May 9, 2020 Full Review Alissa Wilkinson Vox Kurzel favors stylized images and the occasional anachronistic metal track to provoke a mood more than faithfully recreate history. And his approach works well in this film... Rated: 4/5 Apr 30, 2020 Full Review Manuel São Bento MSB Reviews True History of the Kelly Gang is technically marvelous, and it boasts a phenomenal cast, who all offer amazing performances. With a slow pace and an overall lack of emotional attachment to the characters, I struggled to feel invested. Rated: C+ Jul 24, 2023 Full Review Brian Eggert Deep Focus Review At every turn, Kurzel challenges truth and oversimplified ideas about the Australian legend with a bold presentation, even as he avoids having a clear point of view. Rated: 3/4 Feb 20, 2022 Full Review Alex Behan Stuff.co.nz It's established at the start that nothing in this movie is true, but that doesn't take away from its gripping intensity. Sep 10, 2021 Full Review Read all reviews

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Pam K Too weird for me. Felt I had wasted my time. Rated 1 out of 5 stars 04/07/24 Full Review Wayne F Strong promise but failed at every turn. I get the feeling the film strives for but tragically misses at every opportunity. A feel bad movie with no redeeming quality that measures up. I guess maybe most / some of the acting is adequate. Shame on Russell crow. He should fire whoever advised this. Rated 2 out of 5 stars 03/03/24 Full Review Alec B I appreciate that the movie is trying to pull apart the mythology of history but the imagery eventually becomes tiresome and repetitive. Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars 01/09/24 Full Review tao d Thin characterisation. Stylish veneer that never rings true. Posing as insightful noir full of punk attitude like a teenagers self absorbed poem. Evocative landscape and awfully unachieved storytelling. Bought it and deleted it halfway through. My 17 year old son and his mate hated it and sat out under the stars trying to recover from the brutalising images. Rated 1 out of 5 stars 12/02/23 Full Review Eman P I'm surprised by how many people thought this movie was "too weird." I didn't find it to be all that crazy. It's a beautiful and often violent movie that may feel a bit too long. Great performances from Russell Crowe, Nicholas Hoult, and Essie Davis. George MacKay absolutely kills it with his awesome, wild performance. Hell, even the kid who plays young Ned Kelly was phenomenal. Just really fine performances all around. Also love the queer stuff. It's good. Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 09/15/23 Full Review Michael D L What a treat, on the last hot day of summer. I watched half the trailer and I was in. The direction was authentic yet quirky with the characters so flawed and flawless. Love takes on a whole new meaning when you have nothing. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 09/06/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Movie Info

Synopsis An exploration of Australian bushranger Ned Kelly and his gang as they attempt to evade authorities during the 1870s.
Director
Justin Kurzel
Producer
Liz Watts, Hal Vogel, Paul Ranford
Screenwriter
Shaun Grant
Distributor
IFC Films
Production Co
Screen Australia, Film4, Porchlight Films, Film Victoria, Daybreak Pictures, La Cinéfacture
Rating
R (Pervasive Language|Bloody Images|Sexual Content|Some Nudity|Strong Violence Throughout)
Genre
Crime, Drama, Biography
Original Language
Australian English
Release Date (Theaters)
Apr 24, 2020, Limited
Release Date (Streaming)
Apr 20, 2020
Box Office (Gross USA)
$33.8K
Runtime
2h 4m
Sound Mix
Dolby Digital
Aspect Ratio
Scope (2.35:1)
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