Meek’s Cutoff follows a group of settlers in 1845 as they journey across the grim landscapes of the American Plains in search of a new life. The vast desert plains are the perfect setting for director Kelly Reichardt who is fast becoming known for her bleak settings and grim characters. Meek’s Cutoff is an interesting insight into the journey settlers took and it shows the bleakness and despair they encountered in their search for a better life.
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