Killers of the Flower Moon 2023

Overview

Killers of the Flower Moon is a 2023 American epic crime drama film directed by Martin Scorsese. The screenplay was co-written by Scorsese and Eric Roth. The film, which has a runtime of three hours and twenty-six minutes, is categorized within the genres of crime, history, and drama. The narrative is set in 1920s Oklahoma, where the discovery of oil under Osage Nation land leads to a series of murders. The plot chronicles these killings, which are also described as a Reign of Terror against the Osage people, and follows the intervention of the FBI as they work to unravel the mystery. The production held its world premiere at the 2023 Cannes Film Festival, where it received a standing ovation. The film was released in the United States on October 20, 2023. It explores the historical circumstances surrounding the systematic targeting of the Osage population during this period. The film remains a notable entry in the career of veteran American director Martin Scorsese.