Unchanged men in a changing land
派克·比肖普是个亡命徒，在同团伙们抢银行时中伏，损失惨重。更糟的是，他们抢到的只是一堆烂铁，还被桑顿为首的赏金杀手追踪。 在印第安青年安琪的带领下，派克一伙来到墨西哥边境。要过边境就必须通过军阀玛帕齐的地盘，派克等人抢了一车厢的军火，与玛帕奇交换金币。然而安琪与玛帕奇有着血海深仇，派克被迫把他交给了玛帕奇。当派克率领兄弟们折回营救安琪的时候，却目睹了他的死亡，愤怒的牛仔们同敌人展开一场殊死决斗！ 赏金杀手们赶到这里时，野战群已全部牺牲。桑顿黯然神伤…… 一群闯荡江湖，出生入死的西部豪客，以鲜血生命描绘出如诗般壮阔的伟大故事。本片枪战场面之激烈在当年还引发争议，但是导演山姆的手法却影响了后代不少导演。本片的快速剪接及多角度取景令人惊叹，而对男性情谊之动人描述，更令本片跳脱一般暴力片的范畴。
"The Wild Bunch," released in 1969 and produced by Warner Bros.-Seven Arts, stands as a seminal work in the Western genre, directed by the legendary Sam Peckinpah. Set during the waning days of the Old West, the film follows an aging gang of outlaws led by Pike Bishop, portrayed with gritty intensity by William Holden. As the world around them evolves, the gang clings to their violent ways, culminating in a bloody heist and a final stand against both the law and rival criminals. Peckinpah's unflinching portrayal of violence and moral ambiguity challenged the conventions of the Western, making "The Wild Bunch" a groundbreaking and controversial film that continues to influence cinema. The film's narrative is steeped in themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the inevitable march of progress. As Pike and his gang navigate a landscape increasingly dominated by industrialization and modern weaponry, they confront their own obsolescence. The characters, particularly Pike and his right-hand man Dutch, played by Ernest Borgnine, grapple with the realization that their way of life is disappearing. This existential crisis is underscored by the film's iconic opening scene, where children gleefully torture insects, mirroring the gang's own brutal existence and foreshadowing the violence to come. Peckinpah's innovative use of slow-motion and montage during the film's action sequences revolutionized the depiction of violence on screen. The climactic battle, in particular, is a visceral and chaotic ballet of bullets and blood, capturing the senselessness and brutality of the gang's final stand. This stylistic choice not only heightened the impact of the violence but also invited audiences to reflect on its consequences, a theme that resonates deeply with contemporary viewers. The film's technical achievements, combined with its compelling performances, particularly from Holden and Borgnine, cement "The Wild Bunch" as a masterpiece of American cinema. In addition to its narrative and stylistic innovations, "The Wild Bunch" also boasts a rich ensemble cast that brings depth to its morally complex characters. From the conflicted Mexican general Mapache, played with chilling authority by Emilio Fernández, to the vengeful former gang member Deke Thornton, portrayed by Robert Ryan, each character adds layers to the film's exploration of honor and survival. The interactions between these characters, set against the backdrop of a changing world, create a poignant and powerful commentary on the nature of violence and the human condition. "The Wild Bunch" remains a testament to Peckinpah's vision and a landmark in the evolution of the Western genre.
年份1969
预算6244087$
收入638641$
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类型西部
制作国家United States of America
