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Heaven's Gate (1980)

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What one loves about life are the things that fade.

Harvard graduate James Averill serves as the sheriff of prosperous Jackson County, Wyo., standing at the center of a conflict between impoverished immigrants and affluent cattle farmers. Politically connected ranchers enlist mercenary Nathan Champion—who is also vying for the affections of local madam Ella Watson—to combat the immigrant uprising. As tensions escalate, both Averill and Champion start to question their decisions.

Cast & Crew

Director
Michael Cimino
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    James Averill Kris Kristofferson
  • Profile picture of Christopher Walken
    Nathan D. Champion Christopher Walken
  • Profile picture of John Hurt
    Billy Irvine John Hurt
  • Profile picture of Sam Waterston
    Frank Canton Sam Waterston
  • Profile picture of Brad Dourif
    Mr. Eggleston Brad Dourif
  • Profile picture of Isabelle Huppert
    Ella Watson Isabelle Huppert
  • Profile picture of Joseph Cotten
    The Reverend Doctor Joseph Cotten
  • Profile picture of Jeff Bridges
    John L. Bridges Jeff Bridges

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