The Stalemate is this quirky little blend of comedy and Western that somehow feels fresh. You’ve got a robber and a sheriff, both out of bullets, caught in this ridiculous loop of negotiations and absurdity. Arioli plays with pacing in a way that keeps you guessing; it’s not your typical chase film. The atmosphere is light but there’s a satirical edge to the whole thing, poking at the tropes of both the genre and the hero-villain dynamic. The performances really sell it too—there’s a rawness that adds to the humor, and the practical effects they use for the standoffs are a nice touch. It's definitely a unique take on the Western, not what you'd expect at first glance.
Shot on location in the American Southwest · Features practical effects and minimal CGI · Mix of improvisation and scripted dialogue · Nicholas Arioli’s directorial debut
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