Early Reactions to 'Killers of the Flower Moon': A Magnificent Epic from Martin Scorsese

 

"The Killers of the Flower Moon" is a new movie directed by Martin Scorsese, set to premiere in October. It tells the story of real-life killings in 1920s Oklahoma when oil was discovered on tribal land. The film stars Leonardo DiCaprio, Jesse Plemons, Lily Gladstone, Brendan Fraser, John Lithgow, and Robert De Niro.

After its premiere at Cannes, early reactions to the movie are extremely positive. Critics and viewers online are calling it a "magnificent epic" and placing it among Scorsese's best works. This bodes well for the movie's chances during awards season, as Scorsese has previously received multiple Oscar nominations for his films.

"Killers of the Flower Moon" feels like a spiritual successor to Scorsese's previous film, "The Irishman," due to its true story element and lengthy runtime. Throughout his career, Scorsese has directed 42 movies, with only two receiving negative reviews from critics.

These early reactions are remarkable because they show Scorsese's consistent success over four and a half decades. The positive buzz surrounding the movie, along with the release of an impressive trailer, suggests that it will be a must-see cinematic experience.