Was the West Won or Lost?
The Magnificent Seven moved quickly and it was action-packed, despite the over two hour run-time. I felt invested in the plight; also, it was great that there wasn’t a ton of unnecessary explanation. Character motivations were established, though they aren’t always clear, and the film got down to business. Pacing was a bit slow during the character recruitment, but it wasn’t so bad to pull me out of the story. When things do speed up, the action scenes are impressive enough to distract from any of the plot issues.
Another plus for the film is the amazing soundtrack by the late James Horner. After his sudden passing, Simon Franglen co-composed the score that reminds us of the brilliant musical mind that we have lost. While there are many pluses, this film is a remake of a remake. Whether or not it was necessary is up in the air. It’s not a ground-breaking film by any means, but it is enjoyable.
Magnificent Seven: Final Thoughts
If you are looking for a fun, action-packed flick with a western twist, The Magnificent Seven is a great pick. While it lacks in character development and originality, it does have some exciting scenes, a star-studded cast, and a classic brawl between good and evil. While it won’t go down as legendary, it is still worth seeing, if only to watch Denzel be a complete bad ass.
What do you think? Have you seen The Magnificent Seven? Feel free to leave comments below!
