24/50
One is a sequel to the American West. It follows the adventures of the characters first introduced in Horizon: An American Saga. The film was originally scheduled for release on August 16, 2024. However, following the commercial failure of Horizon: An American Saga — Chapter 1 (2024), New Line Cinema removed the sequel from its original release date, delaying it indefinitely. Chapter 2 premiered at the 81st Venice International Film Festival on September 7, 2024, with an undetermined theatrical release date. Follows Horizon: An American Saga – Chapter 1 (2024). As noted in the first chapter, Costner once again pays homage to the tradition of American cinema, refreshing it with a modern yet respectful vision. The expansive landscapes once again take center stage, reflecting the vastness and rawness of the Wild West, and giving the narrative an epic scope. In the second chapter of « Horizon: An American Saga », Kevin Costner continues to amaze with his directorial skills. , immersing the audience in an increasingly organic interweaving of stories compared to the first part. Whereas in the previous chapter the stories were clearly different, this was emphasized by the clever use of warm and cool tones to emphasize their separation, in this second part we see a gradual fusion of the plots and their characters. The mixing of colors symbolizes the gradual fusion of the plot lines, while the plot slowly reveals what is truly hidden behind this « Horizon » – a title that is excitingly depicted on the posters, increasing the curiosity of the audience. Costner takes the audience on an emotional journey, conveying not only the characters' trials, but also their deep humanity, so much so that the audience itself begins to share its emotions and feelings. The combination of drama and comedy, which is more pronounced in this chapter, does not in any way diminish the gravity of the story. On the contrary, it lends a lightness that blends perfectly with the challenges and difficult decisions inherent in the journey west, while remaining faithful to the essence of the narrative, maintaining the difficulty and monumental thread of choices that the pioneers face. This second chapter serves as a kind of bridge between the initial immersion in the stories and the significant events that await us in the third part, as evidenced by the suggestive final clips, as was done at the end of the first episode. Once again, the actor-director leaves us impatiently waiting, promising wonders and surprises in the next act. I cannot but repeatedly praise John Dabney’s masterful score, whose notes, skillfully intertwined with the visuals, offer a unique sensory experience that transports the audience to another era. I conclude these reflections by repeating myself, saying that "Horizon – An American Saga" is destined to etch its name into the pantheon of timeless cinematic masterpieces – and it probably already has – and will be talked about for years to come. Arianna Villa.. From Alien: Romulus to Road House, take a look back at some of our favorite posters of 2024.