Heaven's Gate
📖 Synopsis
Harvard graduate James Averill serves as the sheriff of prosperous Jackson County, Wyoming, 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.
🎥 Production Details
- Tagline
- “What one loves about life are the things that fade.”
- Release Status
- Released
- Genres
- Drama, Western
- Director
- Michael Cimino
- Original Language
- EN
🎭 Cast
Kris KristoffersonJames Averill
Christopher WalkenNathan D. Champion
John HurtBilly Irvine
Sam WaterstonFrank Canton
Brad DourifMr. Eggleston
Isabelle HuppertElla Watson
Joseph CottenThe Reverend Doctor
Jeff BridgesJohn L. Bridges
Ronnie HawkinsMajor Wolcott
Paul KosloMayor Charlie Lezak🎬 Similar Movies
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Heaven's Gate about?
- Harvard graduate James Averill serves as the sheriff of prosperous Jackson County, Wyoming, 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.
- Who directed Heaven's Gate?
- Heaven's Gate was directed by Michael Cimino.
- When was Heaven's Gate released?
- Heaven's Gate was released on November 19, 1980.
- How long is Heaven's Gate?
- Heaven's Gate has a runtime of 3h 37m.
- Where can I track Heaven's Gate?
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