What is Cut Bank?
Cut Bank is a 2014 American independent neo‑Western neo‑noir thriller directed by Matt Shakman in his feature debut, written by Roberto Patino and starring Liam Hemsworth, Teresa Palmer, John Malkovich, Billy Bob Thornton and Michael Stuhlbarg. It follows 25‑year‑old Dwayne McLaren, a former athlete turned auto mechanic, whose plan to leave the frozen town of Cut Bank, Montana triggers a deadly chain of events that r
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2014
- Release date
- Oct 4, 2014
- Genres
- Crime, Drama, Mystery, Thriller
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 5.8/10
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Cut Bank is a 2014 American independent neo‑Western neo‑noir thriller directed by Matt Shakman in his feature debut, written by Roberto Patino and starring Liam Hemsworth, Teresa Palmer, John Malkovich, Billy Bob Thornton and Michael Stuhlbarg. It follows 25‑year‑old Dwayne McLaren, a former athlete turned auto mechanic, whose plan to leave the frozen town of Cut Bank, Montana triggers a deadly chain of events that reshapes his life and the community.
The film adopts a brooding, atmospheric tone with deliberate pacing, emphasizing mood over nonstop action; its crime‑drama and mystery elements place it within the neo‑Western tradition, contributing to the genre’s modern resurgence and marking Shakman’s transition from television to cinema.
Should you watch it?
“A restless mechanic's escape plan ignites a deadly chain reaction in Montana's coldest town.”
- Features a strong lead performance by Liam Hemsworth.
- Combines crime, mystery, and thriller elements in a stark, isolated setting.
- Showcases Matt Shakman's directorial debut with atmospheric neo‑Western style.
- Pacing may feel slow for viewers expecting nonstop action.
Watch it if you enjoy moody, character‑driven thrillers set against a bleak frontier backdrop.
The film maintains a tense, brooding tone with deliberate pacing, suited for mature audiences who appreciate atmospheric crime dramas.
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Where can I stream Cut Bank?
Streaming availability is listed on TMDB’s ‘Now Streaming’ page for the film.
Is Cut Bank worth watching?
It offers a moody, character‑driven thriller with strong performances and a distinctive neo‑Western style.
How long is the movie?
The runtime is approximately 1 hour and 34 minutes.
Are there multiple episodes to watch?
No, Cut Bank is a standalone feature film, not a series.
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