"A beautiful meditation on the grit, light, violence, and landscapes of American ennui." - Michael Atkinson, The Village Voice
"Mesmerizing. A quietly intoxicating and existentially real war movie." - Jordan Mintzer, The Hollywood Reporter
"A welcome addition to an oeuvre consistently attuned to the way Americans think about faith, class and community, whether or not the Americans in question realize it themselves." - Peter Debruge, Variety
Winter 1862. In the midst of the Civil War, the US Army sends a company of volunteer soldiers to the western territories, with the task of patrolling the uncharted borderlands. As their mission ultimately changes course, the meaning behind their engagement begins to elude them. (Grasshopper Films)
Awards & Nominations
Winner - Best Director (joint), Un Certain Regard, Cannes Film Festival
Nominee - Grand Special Prize, Deauville Film Festival
Nominee - Best Film, Gijón International Film Festival
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