Montana Story

Introduces an element of finality to the American West...part of a new wave of films that herald the death of the Western.

This is a reflective, sensitive feature in which the stunning cinematography of stark Montana landscapes compliment the mood and further the accomplishments of the thoughtful performances and story.

The film constitutes a breakthrough for Teague and confirms the promise that Richardson showed in “Five Feet Apart” and “Edge of Seventeen” — a powerhouse in the making.

A very heavy family drama. Ultimately it is very uplifting, which is what I like most about it.

Richardson and Teague, meanwhile, are magnetic...Their story is personal, yes. But their performances make it universal, and make “Montana Story” a story worth telling.

The expansive widescreen images of Montana landscapes and the impeccable lead and supporting performances carry the picture, and it's generally a pleasure to see a film done in this mode at a time when so few filmmakers dare attempt it.

Montana Story is like a slow burning powder keg, waiting to explode all of its emotions out on to the viewer

Montana Story is an expected tale of family trauma that is enjoyable, but leaves the audience wishing it had more substance.

Rather than relegating its traumatized characters to a boring arc of unending pain, Montana Story sets the stage for what’s ultimately more interesting: renewal, redemption, and moving on in health.

Montana Story had very strong performances, instinctual story telling, and very rich emotions when it comes to the subject matter on trauma and guilt. This is very well crafted script and lends itself to this very surprisingly open ended narrative