True History of the Kelly Gang

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True History of the Kelly Gang

R

2020

2h 4m

Crime

Drama

Biography

Action

Adventure

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An exploration of Australian bushranger Ned Kelly and his gang as they attempt to evade authorities during the 1870s.

Critics Consensus

Its unusual approach won't be for all viewers, but True History of the Kelly Gang takes a distinctively postmodern look at Australia's past.

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Charles Bramesco

Inside Hook

09/21/2021

For his fourth feature, Australia's prodigal son has returned to his visceral, lo-fi roots.

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Roxana Hadadi

Pajiba

05/09/2020

How True History of the Kelly Gang broadens what we mean when we say the word "outlaw" is another step forward for Justin Kurzel in his cinematic investigation of what makes a man.

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Alissa Wilkinson

Vox

04/30/2020

4/5

Kurzel favors stylized images and the occasional anachronistic metal track to provoke a mood more than faithfully recreate history. And his approach works well in this film...

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Manuel São Bento

MSB Reviews

07/24/2023

C+

True History of the Kelly Gang is technically marvelous, and it boasts a phenomenal cast, who all offer amazing performances. With a slow pace and an overall lack of emotional attachment to the characters, I struggled to feel invested.

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Brian Eggert

Deep Focus Review

02/20/2022

3/4

At every turn, Kurzel challenges truth and oversimplified ideas about the Australian legend with a bold presentation, even as he avoids having a clear point of view.

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Alex Behan

The Post NZ

09/10/2021

It's established at the start that nothing in this movie is true, but that doesn't take away from its gripping intensity.

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John S

@RT07700383 Mar 10

Well acted, certainly, but this so-called 'post modernist' approach does the story no justice, while those scenes filmed with a hand-held camera do not contribute anything positive to an otherwise overlong film. The story of the Ned Kelly gang has seen better previous adaptations.

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Betty D

@Bettydaze Jan 9

I think aspects of this film had a lot of potential and as a film lover it’s something really interesting and unique to watch, but it’s slow… and maybe there’s lots of scenes that could of been cut a little shorter to make it more watchable for more people because there’s some really iconic visuals in this film, the most iconic (personally) being the stretching before the fight scene ( George Mackay ) it’s so so cool and punk. The film does lean into a punk vibe which makes for some really beautiful scenes which I’m so happy I witnessed but gutted that anyone I try to show this move to is over in within the first 10 mins because it’s to slowwww, it’s so frustrating! But at the end of the day if you have the patience it’s a grate film with some beautiful scenes in it. As an artist it’s very inspiring and a strong vibe, your family just might not get it (:

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Javan S.

@j.vansmith Oct 14

Really well done. Eventful and unique take on the Western genre. If you’re expecting a “Cinematic Donut” like that of any given explosion-led franchise, seek seek the catalogue of Michael Bay, as this film actually says something with its 2 hours of runtime.

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Robert H

@RT67230581 Aug 21

If you didn't enjoy this movie; you weren't paying attention. A little weird, but good fun,

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Stephen C

@bob25009 Jul 13

2 hours and 4 minutes based on real-life events!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Rated R for Pervasive Language, Bloody Images, Sexual Content, Some Nudity and Strong Violence Throughout!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! In Australian English with American English subtitles!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! The USA grossed over $33,800.00!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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Chris B

@RT47041286 Jul 8

What a load of rubbish that's all I need to say

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Synopsis

An exploration of Australian bushranger Ned Kelly and his gang as they attempt to evade authorities during the 1870s.

Director: Justin Kurzel
Producer: Liz Watts, Hal Vogel, Paul Ranford
Screenwriter: Shaun Grant
Distributor: IFC Films
Production Co: La Cinéfacture, Daybreak Pictures, Film Victoria, Screen Australia, Porchlight Films, Film4
Rating: R (Pervasive Language|Bloody Images|Sexual Content|Some Nudity|Strong Violence Throughout)
Genre: Crime, Drama, Biography, Action, Adventure
Original Language: Australian English
Release Date (Theaters): Apr 24, 2020, Limited
Release Date (Streaming): Apr 20, 2020
Box Office (Gross USA): $33.8K
Runtime: 2h 4m
Sound Mix: Dolby Digital
Aspect Ratio: Scope (2.35:1)