05-12-2023
Martin Scorsese's Cinematic Triumph, "Killers of the Flower Moon" Now Streaming on SWEET.TV
In a year brimming with cinematic masterpieces, one film claims the spotlight as a testament to storytelling prowess and star-studded brilliance. Martin Scorsese's American epic crime western, " Killers of the Flower Moon " featuring the stellar ensemble of Leonardo DiCaprio, Robert De Niro, Lily Gladstone, and more, is now available for streaming on SWEET.TV.
Transporting viewers a century back, the film unfolds a gripping tale rooted in the historical events of the 1920s. The film is recognized as a potential Oscar contender, and critics are inclined to believe that the coveted award may be bestowed upon the lead actress, Lily Gladstone.
🤩Plot
In the 1920s, Ernest Barkhart returns home from the war, deciding to reside with his uncle and brother. His relatives want to have to get Indians wealth, who have amassed wealth from an oil field on their land. They have a plan: marry Ernest to a wealthy Indian girl and orchestrate the murders of her relatives. Despite its malevolent nature, Ernest consents. The corrupt local authorities show no interest in investigating the mysterious deaths, and those who attempt to uncover the truth face fatal consequences. The lingering question remains: How will this chilling story end?
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Fan-facts about the movie
Real story as inspiration
🔥The inception of this cinematic gem dates back to 2016 when Imperative Entertainment secured the rights to adapt David Grann's documentary book, "Killers of the Flower Moon: Oil, Money, Murder and the Birth of the FBI” A $5 million investment marked the beginning of a cinematic journey based on a decade-long research effort by the book's author, revolving around true events in Osage County, Oklahoma. Remarkably, this investigation marked the inaugural task of the FBI.
🔥Martin Scorsese, in a pivotal move, altered the script, redirecting the narrative spotlight from the FBI to the antagonists. Reflecting on this creative decision, the director recounted a moment during the scriptwriting process when Leonardo DiCaprio turned his discerning gaze towards him and posed a profound question "Where's the heart in this movie?"
Star actors
🔥"Killers of the Flower Moon" signifies the seventh collaboration between Martin Scorsese and Leonardo DiCaprio and the eleventh with Robert De Niro. Their enduring partnership traces back to a recommendation by De Niro, impressed by DiCaprio's talent during the filming of "This Boy's Life" (1993). Despite a significant age gap, Scorsese acknowledges a shared sensibility that has fueled their remarkable collaboration.
🔥By the way, DiCaprio received a substantial $30 million for his participation in the film.
Film records
🔥This biopic currently holds the distinction of being the most costly in its genre, surpassing its predecessor, Martin Scorsese's "The Irishman" (2019), with a budget of $159 million. Furthermore, it claims the title of the most expensive R-rated film, outstripping the financial scale set by "The Matrix Resurrections" (2021), which carried an estimated cost of $190 million.
🔥The film's opening weekend saw a commendable performance, raking in $44 million. This is the best result among Scorsese's films.
🔥Clocking in at 206 minutes, "Killers of the Flower Moon " ranks as Scorsese's second-longest film, narrowly edged out by "The Irishman" with 209 minutes. Despite some cinemas opting for intermissions, Scorsese defended the film's duration, stating, "People say it's three hours, but you can sit in front of the TV and watch something for five hours."
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