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Still from Meek's Cutoff — Meek's Cutoff (2010) — Kelly ReichardtPhotographed by Christopher Blauvelt

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Kelly Reichardt

Meek's Cutoff

English / 2010 / 1h 43m

Not streamingNot currently on the Criterion Channel.

Letterboxd: 3.73/5·39.7K ratings·10K reviewson Letterboxd
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Synopsis

A group of settlers traveling through the Oregon High Desert in 1845 find themselves stranded in harsh conditions.

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Directed by Kelly Reichardt
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Credits

Crew

DirectorKelly Reichardt

WriterJonathan Raymond

CinematographerChristopher Blauvelt

ComposerJeff Grace

EditorKelly Reichardt

Producer

David Urrutia, Neil Kopp, Elizabeth Cuthrell, Anish Savjani

Cast

Michelle Williamsas Emily Tetherow

Bruce Greenwoodas Stephen Meek

Will Pattonas Soloman Tetherow

Zoe Kazanas Millie Gately

Paul Danoas Thomas Gately

Shirley Hendersonas Glory White

Neal Huffas William White

Tommy Nelsonas Jimmy White

Rod Rondeauxas The Indian

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Meek's Cutoff (2010) | Criteria