JOURNAL ARTICLE

The Ending of Killers of the Flower Moon Is Astonishing.

  • Published In: Time.com, 2023. P. 7 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: ZACHAREK, STEPHANIE 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on the film "Killers of the Flower Moon," directed by Martin Scorsese, which explores the tragic murders of wealthy Osage landowners in 1920s Oklahoma. The narrative centers on Mollie Burkhart, portrayed by Lily Gladstone, and her husband Ernest Burkhart, played by Leonardo DiCaprio, who becomes complicit in the murders orchestrated by his uncle, William Hale. The film's poignant ending emphasizes the importance of Mollie's story and the broader historical context, culminating in a coda where Scorsese reflects on the representation of the Osage perspective in storytelling. The article highlights the film's emotional impact and Scorsese's attempt to honor Mollie's dignity while acknowledging the limitations of his role as a storyteller. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Time.com. 2023/10, p7
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Literature and Writing
  • Publication Date:2023
  • ISSN:2476-2679
  • Accession Number:173124629
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