5 Neo Westerns Vol 1

Out of the Furnace (2013)

Director: Scott Cooper
Stars: Christian Bale, Casey Affleck
Cinematographer: Masanobu Takayanagi
“Out of the Furnace” is a gritty tale set in the decaying industrial town of Braddock, Pennsylvania. The film follows Russell Baze (Christian Bale), who seeks vengeance after his brother Rodney (Casey Affleck) disappears. This neo-Western explores themes of justice and retribution, underscored by the rugged, desolate landscape and a pervasive sense of moral ambiguity typical of the genre. Masanobu Takayanagi’s cinematography captures the bleakness of the rust belt, emphasizing the stark realities of the characters’ lives.