Showdown in Yesteryear

So much to like about this movie! I was hooked in the first few minutes. Jeff Grennell does a fantastic job as the lead, delivering a nuanced and surprisingly moving performance (only surprising because I wasn't expecting to FEEL so much while watching an indie Western). I enjoyed that it's a fresh take on the "someone accidentally went back in time to the Wild West" theme, specifically the way you're pulled into Daryl's character and his spiralling situation before it happens. Jesse Marciniak and Vernon Wells make great dual villains. There are no clunkers in the cast. And seriously, the cinematography is just awesome - the closeups are really well done. Good writing, good acting, totally worth a watch for Western fans.

There are very few movies that have grabbed me like that one has. This is something I will be viewing over and over again.

The story line speaks to our many facets of life. It stirs the soul. You can't suppress the empathy, as your being drawn increasingly deeper into the character's perspective.

I found this film to deliver an extremely unique and well balanced, mixed genre, that creates a phenomenal viewer experience. Quite simply stated, you must see it to appreciate the full effect of what has been created.

I can't begin to imagine how it could have been made any better.

We can always hope there's a sequel!

Truly, an Enjoyable film that I never tire of watching!

An Exciting storyline, with Great characters, Brilliant casting & some FINE to EXCELLENT acting.

An inspired location!

Filmed at Dogwood Pass in Beaver, Ohio. A creation of love for the old west, built by Mike & Sharlene Montgomery, who also appear in the film. This is a reproduction of an old west mining town that transports one back to the 1870/1880's and was an Exceptional choice for this movie. A Must visit if you are ever in the area.

The Best part, I was blessed by getting to visit while shooting was in progress. Some of these wonderfully, talented people are actually my friends.

I Highly recommend this film!

This film was beautifully shot in an authentic looking locale, the characters were superbly cast from the sheriff to the local land baron, the bad guys, and even the townspeople - all spot on! The underlying musical score accentuated the action perfectly. Even the theme song by Tim Ruffo is top shelf! But those three elements alone can't carry a film. The true star of this fantasy western is the story and screenplay. The director and team did a masterful job of melding all these elements together into a nice tidy package! Kudos to Producer Tim O'Hearn and his vision! Can't wait to see what these guys come up with next!

"Showdown In Yesteryear" is an all around EPIC Western / fantasy / comedy from producer Tim O'Hearn and director, Aaron Bratcher!

Like previous reviewers, I too caught this one at Buffalo Dreams Fantastic Film Festival (2022), and was, like most of those in the audience, on the edge of my seat. Thrills, spills, and all around captivating performances from the entire cast; Debra Lamb, Jesse Marciniak, M. K. Smith, Tim O'Hearn, as well as The Road Warrior's Vernon Wells. However, I will single out especially lead actor, Jeff Grennell for going above and beyond in his role of Daryl Dumwoody. Grennell threads a fine needle from comedic milksop, to eventual, hardened, heroic do-gooder.

My sincerest praise goes out to everyone involved in this one.

If you have the chance, please check it out- you won't be sorry.