The Timber

About This Movie

The Timber is a gritty, atmospheric take on the western genre that leans heavily into its adventure and drama roots. The film’s pacing has a deliberate slowness that feels authentic to the time and place, allowing for the weight of the brothers' desperation to settle in. Anthony O'Brien's direction gives it a rawness, using practical effects that enhance the realism of their journey. You can feel the harshness of the landscape and the tension between the siblings. Performances are solid—there’s an unvarnished quality to the interactions that makes it feel lived-in, almost like a slice of life in a forgotten corner of the Wild West. It's not your typical shoot-em-up, which is refreshing in this genre.

Released on DVD and digital platforms · Shot on location in Oregon · Runtime: 101 minutes · Uses practical effects for realism