Jonah Hex

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"Revenge gets ugly."
  • PG-13
  • 2010
  • 1 hr 21 min
  • 4.7  (61,287)
  • 33

The movie Jonah Hex is a 2010 American western action film directed by Jimmy Hayward and starring Josh Brolin, Megan Fox, and John Malkovich. The movie is loosely based on the DC Comics character of the same name. The story of the film revolves around Jonah Hex, a former Confederate soldier turned bounty hunter, who is seeking revenge against his former commanding officer, Quentin Turnbull (John Malkovich). Turnbull, a wealthy and powerful man, blames Hex for the death of his son during the American Civil War and seeks to exact his revenge by plotting to destroy the United States with a superweapon.

As Hex tries to stop Turnbull from carrying out his plan, he also has to deal with his own personal demons. Hex is haunted by memories of his dead wife and son and has the ability to talk to the dead, a power that he uses to gain information on his targets. He also has a reputation as a ruthless killer, which has earned him enemies on both sides of the law.

One of these enemies is Lieutenant Grass (Will Arnett), who is now working for Turnbull and has been tasked with capturing Hex. Grass leads a team of soldiers to capture Hex, but Hex evades them and partners with a prostitute named Lilah (Megan Fox). Lilah helps Hex in his mission, and the two form a romantic relationship throughout the film.

As they journey across the country, Hex and Lilah encounter many obstacles, including a band of Native Americans and a group of Turnbull's henchmen led by Burke (Michael Fassbender). Hex's skills as a bounty hunter are put to the test as he battles his way through these challenges, and he eventually confronts Turnbull in a final showdown.

Overall, the film received mixed reviews from critics and audiences. While some praised the performances of Brolin, Fox, and Malkovich, others criticized the film's plot and pacing. Despite this, the film remains a popular choice among fans of the western and action genres.

The film's visual effects were also praised, particularly its portrayal of Hex's ability to talk to the dead. The use of CGI to create a ghostly effect was well received, and the film's action sequences were also regarded as impressive.

In terms of the performances, Brolin was praised for his portrayal of Hex, with critics noting his ability to balance the character's tough exterior with his inner pain and vulnerability. Fox's performance as Lilah was also well received, although some critics argued that her character was underutilized.

Malkovich's performance as Turnbull was seen as one of the film's highlights, with many praising the actor's ability to bring depth and nuance to the villain. His character was seen as more than just a two-dimensional bad guy and his motivations were explored in detail throughout the film.

Overall, Jonah Hex is a thrilling and action-packed western that offers a twist on the genre through the use of supernatural elements. While not perfect, the film remains a popular choice among fans of the genre and offers a compelling interpretation of the character of Jonah Hex.

Jonah Hex is a 2010 action movie with a runtime of 1 hour and 21 minutes. It has received mostly poor reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 4.7 and a MetaScore of 33.

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  • Release Date
    2010
  • MPAA Rating
    PG-13
  • Runtime
    1 hr 21 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    4.7  (61,287)
  • Metascore
    33