
Monte Walsh
Monte Walsh is what the West was all about.
Directed by William A. Fraker
Produced by Cinema Center Films
A melancholic elegy for a dying way of life, following aging cowboys grappling with obsolescence and the loss of freedom as civilization encroaches on the frontier.
Monte Walsh is an aging cowboy facing the ending days of the Wild West era. As barbed wire and railways steadily eliminate the need for the cowboy, Monte and his friends are left with fewer and fewer options. New work opportunities are available to them, but the freedom of the open prarie is what they long for. Eventually, they all must say goodbye to the lives they knew, and try to make a new start.
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Is Monte Walsh sad? Yes, very. More sad than 96% of films.
Is Monte Walsh scary? Barely. Less frightening than 76% of films.
Does Monte Walsh end with hope? Not especially. Less hopeful than 64% of films.
Is Monte Walsh easy watching? Somewhat. More comforting than 60% of films.
Is Monte Walsh violent? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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Like Monte Walsh
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Monte Walsh
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Monte Walsh, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Monte Walsh, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Monte Walsh, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.





























































