Viggo Mortensen's 'The Dead Don’t Hurt' Offers a Fresh Take on the Western Genre

Vicky Krieps shines in a story of love, independence, and survival set against the backdrop of the American West.

Mortensen directs, writes, stars in, and composes the score for this unconventional western.
The film centers on the relationship between Danish immigrant Holger Olsen and the spirited Vivienne.
Shot in Mexico, the film captures the rugged beauty of the landscape with a unique visual style.
The narrative explores themes of love, war, and personal freedom through the lens of first and second-generation immigrants.
Vicky Krieps' performance as Vivienne is a standout, bringing depth and vitality to the film.