The Proposition

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Starring: Richard Wilson (VII), Noah Taylor, Jeremy Madrona, Jae Mamuyac, Guy Pearce
Directed by: John Hillcoat
Binding: DVD
Published: 2006-09-19

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The Proposition

Editorial Review:

A savage Western set in Australia's Outback, The Proposition is relentless in its intensity and bloody imagery. Set in the late 19th century, the film tells the brutal story of a gang of brothers that kills not out of desperation, but because they can. Arthur Burns (Danny Huston) is the mastermind who shares little in common (other than total disregard for human life) with his younger brother Charlie (Guy Pearce, L.A. Confidential, Memento). When Charlie and their baby brother Mike (Richard Wilson) are captured, Charlie is offered a proposition to save their necks from the gallows. "Suppose, Mr. Burns, I was to give both you and your young brother Mikey, here, a pardon," offers Captain Stanley (Ray Winstone). "Suppose I said that I could give you the chance to expunge the guilt beneath which you so clearly labor.... Now, suppose you tell me what it is I want from you." Without blinking, Charlie says, "You want me to kill my brother." For most people, this would be an unthinkable proposition. For Charlie, the answer's obvious. He'll do whatever he has to spare his own life, even if that means trading his for Arthur's. The Proposition at times is a difficult film to watch. But thanks to a compelling story by rocker Nick Cave and a supporting cast (including Emily Watson as the Captain's gentle wife), the film is a classic in the making. --Jae-Ha Kim

Customer Reviews:

Avg. Customer Rating: 4.0 / 5.0

A Unique Western:

The Proposition definitely stands out in a crowd. The beautiful camerawork and intense emotional drama compensate for the somewhat slow pace of the film. However, its' unconventional, graphic climax is well worth waiting for. There is no good or bad guy in the movie; it's only people, motivated to do good or bad. And these motivations make the film stand out and give it a very realistic tone. If you get a chance, see this one.

Best quality Blu ray for a bargin price.:

This is a gritty western with great performances and is the Blu ray that shows you can have great quality for a low price.

Movie: 4/5 Picture Quality: 3.5~4.5/5 Sound Quality: 4/5 Extras: 4/5:

Version: U.S.A / Region A, B, C(?)
Aspect ratio: 2.35:1
VC-1 BD-25 / Advanced Profile 3
Running time: 1:44:00 (h:m:s)
Movie size: 18,50 GB
Disc size: 24,05 GB
Total bit rate: 23.72 Mbps
Average video bit rate: 14.99 Mbps
Dolby TrueHD Audio English 3347 kbps 5.1 / 48kHz / 24-bit / 3347kbps (AC3 Core: 5.1 / 48kHz / 640kbps)
DTS-HD Audio English 2046 kbps 5.1 / 48kHz / 24-bit / 2046kbps (DTS Core: 5.1 / 48kHz / 24-bit / 1536kbps)
Dolby Digital Audio... more info

Outstanding, underappreciated piece of work:

I had intended to see this movie for a long time, but never really gotten around to it. I was finally sprung into action when I heard that John Hillcoat would be directing the upcoming adaptation of Cormac McCarthy's The Road (outstanding book, by the way). In short, let me simply say that not only has my excitement for that film increased ten fold, but I have a new film in my top 10. The performances to a one are pitch-perfect, with Guy Pearce and Ray Winstone leading the charge as men forced to make... more info

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