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Clay Pigeons (1998)

"Lester Long never forgets a friend."

6.219981h 44mEN
CrimeComedyDramaRomance

Directed by David Dobkin

Rating

6.2/10

Runtime

1h 44m

Language

EN

Release

September 25, 1998

Director

David Dobkin

Official Trailer

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Overview

Clay is a young man in a small town who witnesses his friend, Earl, kill himself because of the ongoing affair that Clay was having with the man's wife, Amanda. Feeling guilty, Clay now resists the widow when she presses him to continue with the affair. Clay unknowingly befriends a serial killer nam...

Cast

Joaquin Phoenix

Joaquin Phoenix

Clay Bidwell

Vince Vaughn

Vince Vaughn

Lester Long

Janeane Garofalo

Janeane Garofalo

Agent Dale Shelby

Scott Wilson

Scott Wilson

Sheriff Dan Mooney

Gregory Sporleder

Gregory Sporleder

Earl

Georgina Cates

Georgina Cates

Amanda

Vince Vieluf

Vince Vieluf

Deputy Barney

Joseph D. Reitman

Joseph D. Reitman

Glen

Nicole Arlyn

Nicole Arlyn

Gloria Collins

Wayne Brennan

Wayne Brennan

Minister

Jeff Olson

Jeff Olson

Mark

Monica Moench

Monica Moench

Kimberly Turner

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Clay Pigeons (1998), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Clay is a young man in a small town who witnesses his friend, Earl, kill himself because of the ongoing affair that Clay was having with the man's wife, Amanda. Feeling guilty, Clay now resists the widow when she presses him to continue with the affair. Clay unknowingly befriends a serial killer named Lester Long who murders the widow in an attempt to "help" his "fishing buddy."

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Clay Pigeons. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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