Netflix 'best ever film' leaves fans in floods of tears
Netflix viewers have been left sobbing after discovering a hidden treasure on the streaming platform - a film about a convict who finds purpose in training horses.
The Mustang, released in 2019, garnered high praise and tells the tale of Roman Coleman, a violent criminal serving time in a Nevada prison, portrayed by Matthias Schoenaerts. The movie opens with a helicopter herding hundreds of wild mustangs that are to be 'broken' and sold.
Roman has difficulty interacting with people, and in an attempt to find him a productive task before he can be reintegrated into society - after serving 12 years for a brutal attack on his partner that resulted in brain damage - the prison assigns him to train the horses.
Each prisoner is allocated a specific horse to prepare for auction within 12 weeks. As Roman forms a close bond with his horse, Marquis, he begins to develop friendships through his work with the animal.
The film culminates in a heart-wrenching conclusion about one man's desperate quest for redemption following a horrific act of violence, reports the Irish Star.
Directed by Laure de Clermont-Tonnerre in their debut film, who dedicated five years to meticulous research into real-life training programmes involving prisoners and horses, The Mustang received widespread acclaim upon its release.
The Guardian praised the film with high regard, saying: "Brilliantly, Schoenaerts almost underplays Roman's anger, lumbering slowly like a wounded animal, the downward slope of his eyes conveying a howl of rage. It's an electrifying performance."
With a near-perfect score of 95 percent on Rotten Tomatoes, the movie has garnered acclaim from both audiences and critics alike.
One admirer said: "The Mustang is a unique character-driven film that is headlined by a jaw-dropping performance by Matthias Schoenaerts."
Another added: "It's an extraordinarily gripping film as it delves into social issues and humanity, cutting into your emotional foundation to see the world in a different light."
A third reviewer said: "French filmmaker Laure de Clermont-Tonnerre, who also co-wrote, impresses with a feature directorial debut that displays an understanding of film as both craft and poetry. She also displays a reverence and hope for flawed humanity.."
The film's powerful portrayals have left many viewers deeply touched. One fan said: "One of the best films I've ever watched. Matthias Schoenaerts and Bruce Durn are spectacularly authentic. The viewer is sucked into both the situation and the predicaments of the players. Just wonderful."
Another shared their experience: "This film is a visually beautiful and riveting story pivoting around the cathartic connection between troubled man and wild horse, and the ripple effect from that. I was completely emotionally invested."
One viewer was moved to say: "Incredibly powerful story of forgiveness, growth, redemption, and finding joy and purpose after tragedy. Amazing performances by all!".
You can catch The Mustang streaming on Netflix now.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Irish Examiner
8 hours ago
- Irish Examiner
Ian Bailey 'probably was 100% innocent' of Sophie Toscan du Plantier's murder, says film director
Film director Jim Sheridan has said that the late Ian Bailey 'probably was 100% innocent' of the murder of Sophie Toscan du Plantier in West Cork. The battered body of the French film producer (aged 39) was found near her holiday home in Toormore on the outskirts of Schull in West Cork on December 23, 2006. Mr Sheridan said he believes the case is a "double injustice". 'I feel Sophie's murderer has never been found, her death has never been avenged. A man who probably was 100% innocent has been castigated through life; he lived a horrible life and died a horrible death and has a horrible name," he told Newstalk Breakfast. 'I don't think he killed her and there's not a shred of evidence to say he did.' Mr Sheridan's new drama Re Creation, about the murder, recently premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival in New York. Starring Colm Meaney, Aidan Gilles and Vicky Krieps, it imagines what could have unfolded if the unresolved murder had gone before a jury in Ireland. Ian Bailey, who died in January 2024 at the age of 66, was the self-confessed chief suspect in the case. He was on two occasions detained by Gardaí for questioning in relation to the murder. Ian Bailey (pictured), who died in January 2024 at the age of 66, was the self-confessed chief suspect in the Sophie Toscan du Plantier murder case. File picture: Dan Linehan Mr Bailey was convicted in absentia after a trial in France in 2015. He was sentenced to 25 years in prison. However, officials in France were unable to extradite him to Paris to serve the sentence handed down by the courts. Mr Sheridan said that Mr Bailey's conviction in Paris was a 'farce". He said that he 'of course' knew he risked causing upset to the family of Toscan du Plantier with his new drama. 'You can't say because you're upset that you can ruin another man's life,' he said. "There's no evidence.' Mr Sheridan acknowledged that Mr Bailey's history of violence with his former partner Jules Thomas was 'not good". He said that there was no doubt of the suffering experienced by the family of Ms Toscan du Plantier. However, Mr Sheridan stressed that the family of Mr Bailey have also suffered over the years. I'm sure Ian Bailey's sister was upset that there was nobody at his funeral and that he had to die in that ignominious way. I'm sure she's upset. Alain Spilliaert, a lawyer for Ms Toscan du Plantier's family, said he has not seen the film yet but has expressed concerned about its potential content. 'We feel that it is not relevant to show a fictional movie at this point of time of the criminal investigation. This is such a large, sensitive case in Ireland… and it's not finished.'
The Irish Sun
8 hours ago
- The Irish Sun
Andy Carroll and Billi Mucklow sell home for eye-watering seven figure sum after split – as he moves on with girlfriend
ANDY Carroll and ex Billi Mucklow can finally make a fresh start after selling their plush pad for a whopping seven-figure sum, The Sun can exclusively report. In November, we reported how the former 6 Andy Carroll can make a fresh start after selling the stunning Essex pad he shared with ex Billi Mucklow for a whopping fee Credit: AFP 6 The ex West Ham ace is loved up with celebrity stylist Lou Teasdale Credit: Instagram 6 We revealed his plans to divorce TOWIE alum Billi Mucklow last year Credit: Getty It came just two months after The Sun revealed how sports star Andy and former TOWIE alum Billi, 37, were , following two turbulent years of marriage. Andy , 36, then went with his romance with celeb make-up artist Yet the property transaction, with the huge home now under offer, will no doubt be positive news for the footballer moving forward. Andy , now with French side Bordeaux, bought the six-bed house in Essex from singer Sir Rod Stewart five years ago for £4.1million. read more andy carroll It is set in 25 acres and boasts a pool, tennis court, boating lake and football pitch. The estate agents branded the pad an "impressive Grade II listed country house in a spectacular setting with far reaching panoramic views." A source previously opened up on mum of three Billi's hurt and her reluctance for Andy to now arrive at the property unnannounced. They said: 'Billi has been left hurt and blind-sided that Andy appears to have moved on so quickly with Lou. It feels very public and embarrassing, especially as they only split in summer. Most read in Football 'Billi has a close-knit family and they have been left livid with Andy over his lack of loyalty, but are rallying around her to support her. Former England striker Andy Carroll openly kissed and cuddled new girlfriend Lou Teasdale at the sun-kissed Balneario Beach Club in Mallorca 'Billi wants to cut ties but she doesn't like the idea that Andy can come and go as he pleases. "She realises the house is part of their divorce discussions, but she doesn't want him turning up unannounced, particularly with his new girlfriend.' HAPPY CHAPTER The property sale follows The Sun's exclusive reveal that His plans to Recently, Lou had taken to her Instagram page to upload a series of snapshots showing her in Milan, Italy . Andy was quick to comment: "WIFEY," along with a ring Emoji. Lou responded with a melting face Emoji to show her emotion. Andy has also spoken candidly about his "different world" with Lou shortly after the pair jetted off on their Pals now say he intends to wed former One Direction hair stylist Lou when his divorce with A friend said: 'Lou is already telling her mates they have discussed marriage and Andy thinks he's met his soulmate. "Their connection is so strong. "He has never felt like this before.' 6 Mum of three Billi didn't want Andy turning up at their home unannounced after the break-up Credit: Instagram 6 Andy's pals claim he is set to propose to One Direction stylist Lou 6 Sources claim their connection is 'so strong' Credit: Goff
The Irish Sun
9 hours ago
- The Irish Sun
Love is Blind UK couple reveal they're expecting their first child together a year after meeting on Netflix show
LOVE is Blind couple Jasmine and Bobby are expecting their first child together - a year after meeting on the Netflix show. The couple announced their happy news in a rap song on social media. 4 Love Isl Blind couple Bobby and Jasmine announced their baby news Credit: TikTok/@thejaycee_1 4 They revealed their going to be parents later this year Credit: TikTok/@thejaycee_1 4 Jasmine from Love is Blind is pregnant with her first child Credit: Rex 4 The mental health nurse is happily married to Bobby who she met on the dating show Credit: Netflix/Tom Dymond Mental health nurse Jasmine cradled her baby bump in the sweet clip as Bobby rapped. It started off with a clip of songwriter Bobby, 33, and Jasmine, 28, sitting together discussing their future. In the emotional video, Jasmine says: "Ideally I would like to raise my children in a household where our foundation is 100. "Because at the end of the day they're going to learn our dynamics." READ MORE ON LOVE IS BLIND The camera cuts to Bobby declaring his love for Jasmine, rapping to her as they cuddle. He says: "It's been such a crazy year but we took a leap of faith I love it when you're next to me. "I was lost but now I'm found but ever since you rescued me we sit and talk on rainy days, just debating baby names. "But our minds keep changing day to day ... I'm looking at your baby bump, guess we'll have to wait until the day you come. Most read in Reality "I hope to be a better dad and give you what we never had." The pair have been happily married since Love is Blind was filmed. Love is Blind UK's Jasmine opens up about bitter feud with Netflix co-star They are one of the only two pairs to have sustained their relationship outside of the pods. Their happy news comes after He shared the devastating accident that rocked his family - and revealed he was abandoned by his dad. Bobby told the cameras his family will "never be the same again. He said: "I used to look to my three cousins they were all older than me. "I used to look to Danny really. He is the one who took me under his wing, taught me how to play basketball, how to make music. How to rap." He added: "It meant, you know, it meant a lot to me, but I went to work away on a ship and my mum just said you need to call me and I give her a call and she just said, you need to sit down. "I just kind of held my breath and just said, tell me you know, and then she said, Danny and Kim are dead." The star went on: "Kim was Danny's fiance. I was just like what? you know, it's just, didn't make much sense. "She just said, 'Yeah, they got into an accident in the sea.' They both drowned. "I think the family will never, ever be the same." Meet the cast of Love is Blind UK HERE is the full list of hopeless romantics looking to find love... AARON is a 33-year-old chicken restaurateur from Milton Keynes whose best friend is BENAIAH is 33 from Preston and works as a structural landscaper who travels the world. STAFFORDSHIRE-born Bobby is 33 and works as a globe-trotting luxury shopping guide. CATHERINE, 29, works as a dental nurse from Jersey who is adopted. CHARLIE is 34 from Hertfordshire and is general manager of a gym. DUBLIN-born Conor is 31 and is the owner of a health food business . LONDONER Demi is a 30-year-old safeguarding and attendance manager. SOCIAL worker Ella is from Derbyshire and is 27 years old. GRAPHIC Designer Ellis is 27 from London and says she was raised by her dad who is "husband goals". FUNERAL director Freddie is 32 from Bolton and has a brother with Down's Syndrom. 32-year-old Jake from Leicestershire is a civil engineer who tragically lost his mum. MENTAL Health Nurse Jasmine is from London and is 29 years old and grew up in the Phillipines. JOANES is a resident service manager who was born in Angola but lives in Luton and is 33 years old. FASHION tech founder Jordan is 33 years old and lives in Surrey. LISA is a baby photographer from Edinburgh and is 34 years old. MAKE-UP artist Maria is 30 from Southampton and was devastated by the death of her dad in 2020 during Covid. NATASHA, 32, is a career coordinator from Cheshire and wants to find her forever love like her parents who have been married for 42 years. HEAD of brand and marketing's Nicole is 29 from Surrey and was previously married, but hasn't given up on love. CREATIVE project director Olivia is 28 from London but has lived and worked in Los Angeles. OLLIE works in software sales, lives in London and is 32 but hasn't been in a serious relationship for six years. 37-year-old Priya, who was once engaged for 24 hours, is from Berkshire and works as a procurement manager. RIA is 34 from London and her job is a commercial contracts manager. SPORTS-mad Richie is a 30-year-old from Gloucestershire who works as a sports turf maintenance director. TECHNO DJ and Cellist Ryan is 31 from Edinburgh, but was born in Korea. SABRINA, 35, is a director of marketing and communications from Belfast who describes herself as "unlucky in love". SAM is a 31-year-old Londoner who works as a product design manager and is desperate to find The One. MUSIC boss Sharlotte, 35, London, is a global communications director at Universal. JUNIOR Doctor Shirley, 27, is from London, but was born in the Netherlands and falls for emotionally unavailable men. STEVEN is 37 years old from London and is a gym owner. 38-year-old Tom is a PR and advertising consultant from London who describes himself as a mummy's boy.
