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The continuation of a story about the settlement of the American West. It follows the adventures of the characters first appearing in Horizon: An American Saga. The film was originally scheduled for release on August 16, 2024. However, after the commercial failure of Horizon: An American Saga – Chapter 1 (2024), New Line Cinema pulled its sequel from its original release date, delaying it indefinitely. Chapter 2 premiered at the 81st Venice International Film Festival on September 7, 2024, with an uncertain theatrical release. It follows Horizon: An American Saga – Chapter 1 (2024). As noted with the first chapter, Costner once again pays homage to the tradition of American cinema, refreshing it with a modern yet respectful vision. Vast landscapes once again take center stage, reflecting the immensity and rawness of the Wild 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 skill, immersing the audience in an increasingly organic interweaving of stories compared to the first installment. While the narratives were clearly distinct in the previous chapter, 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 mix of colors symbolizes the progressive fusion of the stories, while the plot slowly reveals what really lies behind this “Horizon,” a name evocatively displayed on the posters, heightening the audience’s curiosity. Costner takes the viewer on an emotional journey, conveying not only the characters’ trials but also their deep humanity, so much so that the audience itself begins to share their emotions and feelings. The combination of drama and comedy, more pronounced in this chapter, does not detract from the gravity of the story. On the contrary, it adds a lightness that blends well with the challenges and difficult decisions inherent in the journey west, all without losing the essence of the narrative, maintaining the thread of the difficulties and monumental choices faced by the pioneers. This second chapter serves as a sort of bridge between the initial immersion in the stories and the significant events that await us in the third, hinted at by the suggestive final clips, as was done at the end of the first episode. Once again, the actor-director leaves us in great anticipation, promising wonders and surprises in the next act. I cannot but reiterate my praise for the masterful soundtrack composed by John Debney, whose notes, skillfully intertwined with the images, offer a unique sensory experience that transports the audience to another era. I conclude these reflections by repeating myself, saying that "Horizon – An American Saga" is destined to etch its name into the pantheon of timeless cinematic masterpieces (and perhaps already has) and will continue to be the subject of debate for years to come. Arianna Villa. From Alien: Romulus to Road House, take a look at some of our favorite posters of 2024.
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