The Last Manhunt Explained

The Last Manhunt
Director:Christian Camargo
Producer:
  • Jason Eric Laciste
  • Martin Kistler
Screenplay:Thomas Pa’a Sibbet
Story:
Cinematography:J.P. Alvarez
Editing:Jason Dopko
Production Companies:On The Roam
Distributor:Saban Films
Runtime:103 minutes
Country:United States
Language:English

The Last Manhunt is an American Western film, released in 2022. It is directed by Christian Camargo and written by Thomas Pa'a Sibbett from a story by Sibbett and Jason Momoa. Momoa is also an executive producer.[1] The film stars Martin Sensmeier as Willie, alongside an ensemble cast including Momoa, Camargo, Mainei Kinimaka, Lily Gladstone, Zahn McClarnon, and Raoul Max Trujillo. In May 2022, it opened the Pioneertown International Film Festival.

Worldwide rights to the film were picked up by Saban Films in June 2022.[2] Other films have told the Paiute legend, including Tell Them Willie Boy Is Here, starring Robert Redford.[3]

Plot

The film follows a Paiute man named Willie, who treks across the desert after the accidental death of Carlota's father.[4] Blame is placed on the young couple and they are pursued by a group of indigenous people looking for justice.[5]

Cast

Notes and References

  1. Web site: WME Independent Launches Sales On Jason Momoa Western 'The Last Manhunt' About Legend Of Willie Boy; First Look Images . October 25, 2021 . Deadline Hollywood.
  2. Web site: Donnelly . Matt . Jason Momoa Western 'The Last Manhunt' Sells Worldwide Rights to Saban Films . June 21, 2022 . Variety.
  3. Web site: Jason Momoa's 'The Last Manhunt' Picked Up by Saban Films . June 21, 2022 . TheWrap.
  4. Web site: Thompson . Luke Y. . The Last Manhunt corrects history, but needs more to make it compelling . November 17, 2022 . The A.V. Club.
  5. Web site: Meza . Ed . Jason Momoa's 'The Last Manhunt' Redefines Westerns With Indigenous Perspective . May 25, 2022 . Variety.