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In The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford (2007), the last seven months of famous outlaw Jesse James' life are portrayed in the American Northwest during the early 1880s. The story begins with the notorious Blue Cut train robbery in 1881 and unfolds to Jesse James' assassination by Robert Ford the following April. Throughout this period, we witness the complex relationship between Jesse James and the envious Robert Ford, as Ford gradually becomes more suspicious of the outlaw.
As Ford befriends James, a sense of jealousy and resentment grows within him. Ford's admiration for James slowly turns into a desire for fame and recognition. As James becomes more wary of those around him, Ford feels alienated and decides to take matters into his own hands. The film delves into the psychological torment Ford undergoes as he plots the assassination of Jesse James.
Set against the backdrop of the American Northwest, the movie skillfully highlights the tension and mistrust that develops between the two men. The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford is a riveting and thought-provoking exploration of fame, jealousy, and the darker side of human nature. Viewers will be captivated by the complex characters and the intricate dynamics between them in this gripping Western drama.
