merklekranz Review of Riders of the Purple Sage

Riders of the Purple Sage (1996 TV Movie)

Mohab Utah is the real star of the film ......

[8/10 · 20 October 2018]

I've seen a lot of Westerns, "spaghetti" and otherwise, but none better photographed than "Riders of the Purple Sage". This is flat out one wonderful movie, greatly enhanced by the unbelievable setting and outstanding photography. The story of Mormon brain wiring is well told, and is quite bloody and exciting. Ed Harris as the revenge seeking gunslinger has never been better, and he works well with Amy Madigan and Henry Thomas. G.D. Spradlin is the Pastor in charge, and leader of those trying to destroy Madigan for not submitting to an arranged marriage. The film is loaded with surprising revelations that put a different spin on the story. This rarely seen Western should be on your "must see" list. - MERK