The Last Victim

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The Last Victim

2022

1h 51m

Mystery & Thriller

Western

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In this stylized neo-western thriller, a group of modern-day outlaws and their terrifying leader are pursued by a local sheriff (Ron Perlman), after committing a horrific crime in a desolate southwest town. When a professor and her husband cross paths with the criminals, everyone is drawn into a spiral of violence and retribution where morality becomes ambiguous, and survival is the only option.

Phil Hoad

Guardian

10/03/2022

2/5

This modern western is a case of Mo’ Country for Old Men, though not in an especially good way.

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Tim Cogshell

FilmWeek (LAist)

05/21/2022

This is a film with a lot of good performances that gets off to a really good start... It loses the thread in the third act. I was really disappointed.

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Maxwell Rabb

Chicago Reader

05/14/2022

No amount of cowboy bravado could pump life into director Naveen Chathappuram’s debut film.

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Kevin Wight

The Wee Review

10/01/2022

2

Attempts to stitch together three disparate elements, and the resulting creation only fitfully come to life.

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Dennis Schwartz

Dennis Schwartz Movie Reviews

06/24/2022

C+

In its quest for some kind of gravitas it states that even iguanas may have souls.

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Joel Copling

Spectrum Culture

05/18/2022

If the plot sounds familiar, it’s more of an homage to the Coen Brothers than a rip-off; but in the end, it’s all too simple.

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Elisha I

@asapidox Dec 15

A rough watch from start to finish. The pacing is slow, the story feels unfocused, and there’s very little to stay invested in. Even the performances can’t save it. Disappointing and easily skippable.

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Marcus S

@RT03904447 Oct 7

What makes The Last Victim stand out is its mix of classic western grit and modern psychological depth. It is not just a tale of good versus evil but a meditation on survival, morality, and how violence leaves its mark on everyone it touches. The performances are grounded and believable, the tension builds naturally, and the atmosphere lingers long after the credits roll. It is a slow burn thriller that rewards patience with mood, realism, and emotional weight, a reminder that the real battle is not always out in the desert but within.

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Mariah Z

@RT31723051 Oct 6

A gripping neo western set in the American Southwest. Beautifully shot and well acted, it stands out as a bold and stylish modern thriller.

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Terri M

@RT43040966 Oct 6

Ron Perlman delivers quiet authority, and Ali Larter brings heart as an ordinary woman caught in violence. It feels grounded, raw, and true to its indie roots. Naveen A. Chathapuram crafts a moody, engaging thriller that keeps you watching until the end.

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Carly P

@RT47501317 Oct 6

The Last Victim is a tense neo western set in the American Southwest, beautifully directed by Naveen A. Chathapuram. Ali Larter shines in her return to the screen, bringing strength and depth, while Ron Perlman adds his trademark presence. Ralph Ineson stands out as a chilling villain. The film’s visuals and atmosphere are striking, showing real confidence from a first time director. A gritty, stylish debut worth watching.

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Kashgar A

@AllFunAndGames 04/05/2025

Redeemed by some excellent acting. Sure the story got a bit beyond itself by the end. But it is definitely worth a watch and it kept us entertained.

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In this stylized neo-western thriller, a group of modern-day outlaws and their terrifying leader are pursued by a local sheriff (Ron Perlman), after committing a horrific crime in a desolate southwest town. When a professor and her husband cross paths with the criminals, everyone is drawn into a spiral of violence and retribution where morality becomes ambiguous, and survival is the only option.

Director: Naveen A. Chathapuram
Producer: Vicky Gong, Shaun Sanghani, Todd Berger, Naveen A. Chathapuram, Graem Luis, Nicholas Burnett, Luke Daniels, Joseph Lanius, Charles Leslie, Frank Li
Screenwriter: Ashley James Louis, Doc Justin, Naveen A. Chathapuram
Distributor: Decal
Production Co: Concourse Media, Slated
Genre: Mystery & Thriller, Western
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): May 13, 2022, Limited
Release Date (Streaming): May 13, 2022
Runtime: 1h 51m