“Blackthorn” is a 2011 Western film directed by Mateo Gil and starring Sam Shepard, Eduardo Noriega, and Stephen Rea. The film is a fictional account of the later life of Butch Cassidy, the famous American outlaw, who is living in Bolivia under the name James Blackthorn. After many years of living in seclusion, Blackthorn decides to return to the United States, but he soon finds himself on the run from a posse and meets a young criminal named Eduardo, whom he takes under his wing. The film received generally positive reviews from critics for its performances, cinematography, and unique take on the Western genre.
Duration: 102 min.
