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Lonesome Dove, Witliff and suggestions

 Douglas Smith Biz of Film 002 10.20.20   Simon Wincer's 1989 Western  Lonesome Dove  is a story that seems to come right out of history and onto the screen. While the acting, set design and cinematography may seem to reflect the craft of the 1980's in an obvious way, it becomes clear that what really matters about this piece is the characters and locations themselves. Set in a world that feels familiar yet has long ceased to exist,  Lonesome Dove  stands on its own as a uniquely Southwestern epic built upon stylistic realism, movement, and studied characterization.                                                                   ...