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Unforgiven

Book • 1997
Clint Eastwood's "Unforgiven" is a revisionist Western that deconstructs the genre's romanticized portrayal of violence and heroism.

The film stars Eastwood as a retired outlaw who takes on one last job, challenging the conventional notions of justice and morality.

The narrative explores themes of violence, redemption, and the complexities of human nature.

The film's nuanced characters and morally ambiguous situations make it a compelling and thought-provoking work.

"Unforgiven" won the Academy Award for Best Picture, solidifying its place as a significant contribution to the Western genre.

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