The Thicket

Name: The Thicket
Director: Elliott Lester
Genre: Crime, Thriller, Western
Released: 2024-01-01
Duration: 105 min
Rating: 6.5
Cast: Peter Dinklage, Juliette Lewis, Levon Hawke, Leslie Grace, Gbenga Akinnagbe

2024Dir. Elliott Lester1h 45m

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Runtime1h 45m

Released2024

DirectorElliott Lester

About This Movie

The Thicket is a gritty mix of Western and crime thriller that dives into the darker sides of humanity. Elliott Lester pulls you into a rough, unforgiving landscape where Jack's desperation to save his sister Lula drives him through a morally complex world. The characters are a motley crew; Reginald Jones, the quirky bounty hunter, is a standout—a grave-digging alcoholic adds a layer of unpredictability to the narrative. The pacing feels deliberate, enhancing the tension without dragging. It has that raw, practical vibe, and the atmosphere is thick with dread and determination. You can sense the influences of classic Westerns, but it’s not just a pastiche—it feels alive with its own story, making it worth a look for genre enthusiasts.

Format: Digital, Blu-ray, DVD, available in 2024Cinematography by David Ungaro, enhances the film's gritty feelShot on location in New Mexico, capturing the rugged landscapeFeatures a score that mixes traditional Western motifs with modern elements