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Blind Horizon |  | Actors: Val Kilmer, Neve Campbell, Sam Shepard, Noble Willingham, Amy Smart
Studio: Lions Gate
Category: DVD
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Rating:  14 reviews
Sales Rank: 13653
Format: Closed-captioned, Color, Dolby, DVD, Widescreen, NTSC
Language: English (Original Language)
Rating: R (Restricted)
Region: 1
Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1
Number Of Discs: 1
Running Time: 99 Minutes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.3
Dimensions (in): 7.1 x 5.4 x 0.6
MPN: D17201D
UPC: 031398172017
EAN: 0031398172017
ASIN: B00079HZQ6
Theatrical Release Date: 2004
Release Date: March 29, 2005
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LEFT FOR DEAD IN THE REMOTE SOUTHWEST, FRANK IS FOUND CLINGINGTO LIFE AND IN A STATE OF AMNESIA. AS HE RECOVERS FROM THEBULLET WOUNDS, OMINOUS MEMORIES BEGIN TO FLASH BACK - OFFERINGCLUES TO AN IMPENDING PRESIDENTIAL ASSASSINATION.
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 Intriguing movie about the choices we make May 23, 2005
Geminiguy (Bloomington, IN)
2 out of 3 found this review helpful
Choice. In the end, that is what this film comes down to. It is the ultimate moment in the climax when the choice is made... and... well, you'll have to watch it yourself to discover the 'next' part.
Val Kilmer play a great role, weaving in out from amnesia as well as sounding a bit slow on the uptake. When he becomes insistant that his attack has something to do with an upcomming presidential assination attempt, pieces of the puzzle begin to drop. Enter Neve Cambell, his fiancee although he does not remember her. She tries various things from pictures to talking to coax herself back into his memory but nothing seems to work. Not when he is focused on conspiracy.
Or the beatiful nurse... Amy Smart, who has taken a liking to him.
With several people involved in this smart thriller, the stakes are high. Yet, the suspense is what makes this movie the keeper. There isn't any real explosive action or violence. This film is more plot driven and relies on some character development to propel the action.
When the end approaches, it becomes clear who is who, and who everybody thought everyone else was is not as predicatable. With a stunning performance by Cambell, this film offers up really good jobs put in by an A and B list of actors.
While not so Blind to the viewer, Blind Horizon offers some thrilling insights into the confusion of the human mind.
Val Kilmer Scores Again!! March 2, 2005
David Hodges (Kabul, Afghanistan)
3 out of 5 found this review helpful
I will have to say that Val Kilmer has done it again. His choice of movies recently have been nothing short of spectacular and all of them have been thoroughly enjoyable. Following up on Wonderland and Spartan, Kilmer portrays a man fallen victim to his own mind as he tries to piece together a memory fragmented by violence that will eventually lead him to a seemingly unthinkable crossroads. If you enjoyed Wonderland and Spartan and that "who is doing what to whom" type of movie, than Blind Horizon is for you. You won't be disappointed.
 Rewarding Mental Workout February 26, 2006
L. Shirley (fountain valley, ca United States)
10 out of 11 found this review helpful
This review refers to "Blind Horizon" Widescreen DVD Edition(Lions Gate)...
"Blind Horizon" is not a film you will want to view if you are in the mood to just veg out and be only entertained.I would also say that if you like your films formulized or predictable, again, you should probably skip this one. On the other hand, if you are in the mood for something that sets itself apart from the rest, one that will give you a rewarding mental workout, and leaves you stunned at both the outcome and the visual arts, "Blind Horizon" will fulfill your needs!
A man is found in a small town in New Mexico left for dead. Shot in the head, lying in his own blood and comatose. Finally awakened by the sweet voice of his nurse, and the familiar smell of cigarette smoke. The sheriff and his deputy are on the case. They have questions galore. Who tried to commit murder in their little town and why? Who is the victim? But, they'll have to wait for the answers(as does the viewer), as the victim is an amnesiac.
Bits and pieces start coming back to him. He feels he knows something that is dangerous. A plot to assassinate the President of the United States. He doesn't have all the pieces to the puzzle yet, but he must warn the Secret Service so they may prevent this disaster. His Doctor says, the mind plays tricks after a trauma like this. He is probably remembering some book he read, or movie he saw.What could the President have to do with this little border town? Or maybe he is just plain out of his mind. Only the Sheriff considers the possibility he may be right.
As the Sheriff investigates, he and the audience as well, are met with a slew of twists and turns, unsavory characters and questions to ponder. And like the Sheriff, every time we think we have the answer, we are proved wrong as we weave through the maze of flashbacks and evidence.
The filming of this mystery/thriller is extraordinary. The flashbacks and the present are well separated by the use of colors. Like the amnesia victim, we are only giving bits of flashbacks at a time, each time a little more is added to the puzzle. The cast is amazing in their roles, never giving anything away. It stars Val Kilmer, Neve Campbell, Sam Shepard and Amy Smart. Faye Dunaway also gets top billing, but I felt she wasn't part of the story nearly enough. Noble Willingham, and Giancarlo Esposito add their marvelous talents as well. There was not a frame, where I wanted to pause to get up for a snack or anything. I had many questions during the film, MOST were answered by the final frame, there were a couple I'm still trying to work out. Without giving anything away, I just say it had to do with character motivation. Hmmmm...maybe another view will help!
Lion's Gate as usual has done a wonderful transfer to DVD. The widescreen presentation, lets you take in the entire story. Colors, which are used very well in this film, were excellent, and the sound in 5.1 Dolby(also has a 2.0 Stereo option)was totally surrounding, each noise distinguishable. A feature entitle "Cutting Room - The Inside Perspective", with commentary from the editing crew, was enlightening as to why the film was put together the way it was(faster moving then origianlly planned), but it also made me wonder who was running the show? Someday, I would be interested to see a Director's(Micheal Haussman) cut of this film and compare it to this final cut.
So..if you like film that makes you work a little, say like something along the lines of "Vanilla Sky", and a film that begs to be talked about with others that have viewed it, have a look at "Blind Horizon". Oh Yeah...Remember to pop that popcorn before you get involved with this thriller!
Enjoy....Laurie
Val Kilmer fans may want to have a look at his very early work in:
GORE VIDAL'S BILLY THE KID
A mystery to unravel August 25, 2009
Edmonson (Canada)
This thriller has a great line up of stars from Val Kilmer, Sam Shepard, Neve Campbell, and Amy Smart.
The fine direction from Michael Haussman compliments things nicely. This movie is like a film noir.
It is dark and smoky, and this reflects the cloudy vision of Val Kilmer's character who has amnesia and is trying to figure out who he is and what has happened to him. He remembers something vaguely about this place, a border town, which seems to be in the middle of nowhere, and the President of the United States. Some things seem predictable, but then it takes a turn here and a turn there.
What struck me too was the soundtrack which is rich with textures.
Good stuff.
BLIND HORIZON March 23, 2005
Bryan Fitzgerald (salem)
1 out of 4 found this review helpful
left for dead in the middle of new mexico, frank (kilmer) awakens with no memory. as he retraces his steps in an attempt to find his true identity, he uncovers ominous clues that suggest he may be part of a plot to assassinate the president.
DVD has minimal special features, but based on the movie you might not need them.
despite the great cast, the film leaves a little to be desired.
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