# Meek's Cutoff (2011)

> A parched wagon expedition becomes an austere test of trust, prejudice, and leadership on the 1845 Oregon Trail.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/39206

## Facts

- Runtime: 103 min
- Genres: Western, History, Drama
- Director: Kelly Reichardt
- Cast: Michelle Williams, Bruce Greenwood, Will Patton, Zoe Kazan, Paul Dano, Shirley Henderson, Neal Huff, Tommy Nelson
- TMDB rating: 6.5/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1518812/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: glacial
- Intensity: strong
- Complexity: layered
- Violence: mild
- Mood: austere, foreboding, contemplative, quiet afternoon, arthouse film night

## Synopsis

A harrowing journey through the unforgiving wilderness tests the limits of faith and survival.

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