No hay escapatoria.
El veterano de la Guerra de Vietnam ahora cazador Llewellyn Moss descubre por casualidad una sangrienta escena en algún lugar de la frontera entre Texas y México, mientras estaba cazando algunos animales en el árido paisaje. Se trata de un negocio que se cerró mal entre contrabandistas de drogas y algunos hombres locales de la zona, provocando la muerte de varios de ellos. Además de los cuerpos y paquetes de heroína, Llewellyn descubre en una maleta algo más de dos millones de dólares. Cuando Llewellyn toma la maleta con el dinero, provoca una reacción en cadena de catastrófica violencia y una carrera sangrienta de los que quieren darle caza.
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Javier Bardem
Anton Chigurh
Javier Bardem played the chilling antagonist Anton Chigurh in the Coen brothers' film 'No Country for Old Men.' His performance was widely acclaimed for its terrifying calmness and unpredictable menace, earning him the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor. What made Bardem's portrayal unique was his ability to convey a sense of ruthless inevitability through minimal dialogue and a cold, emotionless demeanor, making Chigurh one of cinema's most memorable villains. A lesser-known fact is that Bardem insisted on using an actual captive bolt pistol for authenticity, and the Coen brothers allowed this to enhance the realism of the character's chilling method of execution.
Josh Brolin
Llewelyn Moss
Josh Brolin played Llewelyn Moss in the critically acclaimed film 'No Country for Old Men,' delivering a nuanced performance that balanced quiet determination with underlying tension. His portrayal was praised for its authenticity and subtlety, contributing to the film's intense atmosphere. What made Brolin's performance unique was his ability to convey a rugged, everyman character caught in extraordinary circumstances without relying on over-the-top dramatics, making Llewelyn both relatable and compelling. A lesser-known fact is that during filming, Brolin endured extremely hot conditions in the Texas desert, which helped him get into character, adding a layer of realism to his portrayal of a man navigating a harsh, unforgiving environment.
Woody Harrelson
Carson Wells
In 'No Country for Old Men' (2007), Woody Harrelson delivers a compelling supporting performance as Carson Wells, a seasoned and pragmatic hitman. This role stands out in his career as it showcases his ability to play a nuanced antagonist with a calm, understated menace, contrasting with some of his more comedic or flamboyant earlier roles such as in '
Cheers' or '
Zombieland.' Harrelson's portrayal adds depth and tension to the film's exploration of fate and morality, fitting seamlessly within the Coen
Brothers' gritty storytelling style. Unlike his more overtly humorous or action-oriented parts, this character is marked by subtlety and professionalism, highlighting Harrelson's versatility and contributing to the film's critical acclaim.
