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Kevin Costner's $100 Million Gamble on 'Horizon' Series

The ambitious Western saga receives mixed reviews at Cannes, exploring early settler and indigenous conflicts.

  • Kevin Costner invested $100 million of his own money into the Horizon series, mirroring the financial risks taken by Francis Ford Coppola.
  • The first chapter, which premiered at Cannes, received mixed reviews, with some critics praising its ambition and others noting its slow pacing.
  • The film explores the early conflicts between settlers and indigenous tribes, with Costner emphasizing the harsh realities of Western expansion.
  • Despite the challenges, Costner is determined to complete all four parts of the series, highlighting his commitment to the project.
  • Horizon: An American Saga – Chapter 1 will be released in theaters on June 28, with the second chapter following on August 16.
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