Action,Western
Japan,United States of America
The Quick and the Dead is a western film released in 1995 directed by Sam Raimi. The film revolves around a town called Redemption, which is known for its annual quick-draw elimination tournament held by the town's ruler, a notorious gunman named John Herod.
A mysterious woman named Ellen (played by Sharon Stone) arrives in town and enters the tournament, seeking revenge against Herod for murdering her father years earlier. As the tournament progresses, Ellen faces off against various skilled gunmen, including Herod's own son, and ultimately confronts Herod in a final showdown.
Alongside the main plot, the film also delves into the backstories and motives of various characters, including a priest who is secretly a former gunslinger, a cocky young gunslinger named "The Kid", and a redemption-seeking outlaw named Cort.
The Quick and the Dead garnered mixed reviews upon its release, with praise for its stylish direction and performances from Stone and Gene Hackman as Herod, but criticism for its cliche-ridden plot and uneven pacing. However, it has gained a cult following over the years and is often cited as a notable example of the "revisionist western" subgenre.
