Killers of the flower moon

Martin Scorsese, the revered auteur of cinema, unveiled his magnum opus, "Killers of the Flower Moon," amidst a sea of bewildered admirers at the esteemed Cannes Film Festival. The hallowed halls echoed with thunderous applause, a tempestuous cacophony that endured for a staggering nine minutes, as calculated by the sagacious pundits of the trade.




"In the waning twilight of his illustrious career, standing at the pinnacle of his 80 years, Martin Scorsese has, at long last, embarked upon unexplored frontiers with the majestic splendor of a Western masterpiece, thereby evoking an inimitable sense of awe and wonder, indelible mark on the cinematic landscape," exclaims Pete Hammond, the wordsmith from Deadline, whose fervent review drips with adoration. "Immersing oneself in the sublime ecstasy of witnessing a master craftsman tackle an expansive narrative of this magnitude is a privilege reserved for the chosen few. The sands of time have not wearied Scorsese nor his steadfast collaborator, Thelma Schoonmaker, as they deftly navigate the unforgiving terrain of this tale, a mammoth odyssey that spans a colossal three and a half hours. Yet, time withers away, unnoticed, for this maestro. It is an epic endeavor of unparalleled proportions, every frame meticulously attuned to serve the tale's relentless heartbeat. Never once did my gaze stray to the confines of my wrist-bound chronometer."

Years in the making – Martin Scorsese embarked on the production of "Killers of the Flower Moon" in the enchanting spring of 2021 – this sprawling epic, spanning a staggering 206 minutes, draws inspiration from David Grann's riveting non-fiction masterpiece of 2017, sharing the same enthralling title. Apple, the purveyor of this cinematic marvel, eloquently encapsulates its essence as follows: "In the dawn of the 20th century, the discovery of oil bestowed an opulent fortune upon the Osage Nation, instantly transforming its denizens into some of the wealthiest individuals across the globe. Alas, the unbridled affluence of these Native Americans lured covetous white intruders, who cunningly manipulated, extorted, and shamelessly pilfered their coveted Osage wealth before resorting to the most unthinkable act of all—murder. Rooted in an astonishing true story and masterfully intertwined with the tapestry of an implausible romance between Ernest Burkhart, portrayed by the incomparable Leonardo DiCaprio, and Mollie Kyle, brought to life by the remarkable Lily Gladstone, "Killers of the Flower Moon" emerges as an epic Western crime saga wherein genuine love intertwines with unfathomable betrayal."

 Each thespian received effusive acclaim for their resplendent performances, leaving an indelible impression upon audiences and critics alike. Penning his thoughts for Indiewire, the discerning critic David Ehrlich effusively lauded DiCaprio's portrayal, unequivocally declaring it as his magnum opus. Nevertheless, his nuanced and unwavering depiction of the despicable Ernest Burkhart plumbs unexplored depths, unearthing unprecedented marvels derived from the thespian's perennial lack of conceit," proclaimed Ehrlich.


Peter Debruge, an esteemed reviewer from Variety, echoed this sentiment, praising DiCaprio's audacious foray into the abyss of darkness. "Never before has DiCaprio ventured so close to the precipice of the malevolent, boldly beckoning us to traverse the treacherous path alongside the bumbling Ernest as he entangles himself in a chilling labyrinth reminiscent of the timeless 'Gaslight' narrative, all in his relentless pursuit to abscond with his wife's formidable fortune," mused Debruge, as he tendered his favorable appraisal while cautiously alluding to the film's prodigious duration.