About The Last Outlaw (HBO)
'The Last Outlaw' is a 1993 Western TV film, produced by HBO. Directed by Geoff Murphy and written by Eric Red, the movie tells about a group of former Confederate soldiers who face discord within their ranks over the loot from a bank robbery gone wrong.
Making / Production
The movie was directed by Geoff Murphy, who is well known for his work in action cinema, and was penned by Eric Red. It was filmed in the Old Tucson - 201 S. Kinney Road, Tucson, Arizona, USA. The production design was done by Iya Labunka who created the meticulous period settings. The film beautifully captures the atmospheric Western settings, thanks largely to the cinematography by Jack Conroy.
Actors
- Mickey Rourke as Graff: Rourke delivered a riveting performance as the disgruntled former leader of the band of Confederate soldiers.
- Steve Buscemi as Philo: Buscemi convincingly portrayed the role of Philo, adding depth to his character.
- John C. McGinley as Woody: McGinley excellently portrayed the character of Woody, displaying a wide range of emotions throughout the film.
- Ted Levine as Potts: Levine's convincing performance added realism to his character.
Trivia / Interesting Facts
- The film was shot entirely in Old Tucson, where the legendary western "Gunfight at the OK Corral" was also filmed.
- It was Mickey Rourke's second Western after 'Heaven’s Gate'.
- Despite being a television movie, 'The Last Outlaw' received a limited theatrical release in several countries.
Quotes
- "You ain't gonna kill me. There's not enough left of you to do that." - Graff (Mickey Rourke)
- "I'm not running. I'm giving you time to think." - Philo (Steve Buscemi)
- "There's a price on our heads, you think I'm gonna trust you?" - Eustis (Dermot Mulroney)
Music, Soundtrack
- The soundtrack of 'The Last Outlaw' was composed by Mason Daring, who is known for his distinctive style in scoring for American westerns.
- The film has a beautiful title theme, which captures the essence of the Old West.
- The music greatly complements the film’s overall aesthetic and solidifies its place as a classic western drama.
