Guide Note

The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford is a Western film based on the critically acclaimed 1983 novel by Ron Hansen. Story is based on Robert Ford, a man who idolized Jesse James, joined his gang, and eventually, through a complex relationship, finds notoriety in killing the man he looked up to. Nominated for an Academy Award, the film stars Brad Pitt as famed outlaw Jesse James.

Fast Facts

Director: Andrew Dominik
Filmed in Calgary, Edmonton, and Winnipeg
Release Date: September 21, 2007
Starring: Brad Pitt, Casey Affleck, Mary-Louise Parker, Sam Shepard, Zooey Deschanel, Sam Rockford
Producers: Brad Pitt, Ridley Scott
Originally slated for release in 2006, then in February 2007 (filmed in 2005)
Academy Award nominated for Best Cinematography and Best Supporting Actor (Casey Affleck)

The Making Of

The rights to Hansen's novel were acquired in March 2004 and Andrew Dominik was attached to adapt, as well as, direct the story with the idea that Brad Pitt would play Jesse James. It was the role of Robert Ford that was in question. Shia LaBeouf was considered, but because he was too young, the role went to Casey Affleck. Filming took place in Calgary and at several ranches at Fort Edmonton Park. Domink's intention of the film was to be in the style of Terrence Malick, but the studio wanted a more Clint Eastwood style approach.

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