On Story

Unforgiven: Deconstructing an Anti-Western

Season 4 Episode 7 | 26m 46s

The Clint Eastwood/David Peoples classic <em>Unforgiven</em> is deconstructed by <em>Into the West’s</em> Kirk Ellis and <em>Apaloosa’s</em> Robert Knott as they explore its gritty action, ambiguous morality, and the tried-and-true tropes of its genre. Christian Baker’s short film, <em>The Well</em>, follows suit, trailing a young Civil War soldier stationed alone on the US/Mexico.

Aired: 05/29/14 | Rating: NR

Support for On Story is provided by the Alice Kleberg Reynolds Foundation and Bogle Family Vineyards. On Story is presented by Austin PBS, KLRU-TV and distributed by NETA.

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