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A continuation of one of the stories of the settlement of the American West. It follows new adventures of characters first introduced in Horizon: An American Saga. The film was originally scheduled for release on August 16, 2024. However, following the commercial failure of Horizon: An American Saga – Chapter 1 (2024), New Line Cinema pulled the sequel from its original release date and postponed it indefinitely. Chapter 2 premiered at the 81st Venice International Film Festival on September 7, 2024, in theaters yet to be confirmed. As stated in the first chapter, Costner once again pays homage to the tradition of American cinema, updating it with a modern yet respectful vision. Vast landscapes once again take center stage, reflecting the immensity and rawness of the Old West and giving the narrative an epic scope. In the second chapter of “Horizon: An American Saga”, Kevin Costner continues to impress with his directorial skills. , which, compared to the first part, immerses the audience in an increasingly organic interweaving of stories. While in the previous chapter the narratives were clearly separated, highlighted by the clever use of warm and cool tones to emphasize their separation, in this second part we see a gradual convergence of the plots and their characters. The mixture of colors symbolizes the gradual fusion of the stories, while the plot gradually reveals what really lies behind this “Horizon”, whose name appears evocatively on the posters, arousing the audience’s curiosity. Costner takes the viewer on an emotional journey, not only conveying the characters’ emotional trials, but also their deep humanity, so much so that the audience itself begins to share their emotions and feelings. The more pronounced combination of drama and comedy in this chapter does not diminish the weight of the story. On the contrary, it adds a lightness that adapts well to the challenges and difficult decisions of the journey west, all while remaining faithful to the essence of the narrative, maintaining the common thread of the difficulties and monumental choices faced by the pioneers. This second chapter serves as a kind of bridge between the initial stages. delving deeper into the significant stories and events that await us in the third, this is indicated by the suggestive closing clips, as happened at the end of the first part. Once again, the actor-director leaves us in suspense, promising miracles and surprises in the next act. I cannot help but repeat my praise for the masterful score composed by John Debney, whose musical notes skillfully intertwined with the visuals provide a unique experience. a sensory experience that transports the audience to another time. I conclude these reflections by repeating myself, saying that "Horizon – An American Saga" its name is destined to be engraved in the pantheon of timeless cinematic masterpieces – and perhaps it already has – that will be talked about for years to come. Arianna Villa.. From Alien: Romulus to Road House, take a look at some of our creations. Favorite posters of 2024.