Gunfighter Paradise
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| Directed by | Jethro Waters |
| Written by | Jethro Waters |
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| Cinematography | Jethro Waters |
| Edited by | Jethro Waters |
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Production company | Waters Film |
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Running time | 93 minutes |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
Gunfighter Paradise is a 2024 American dark comedy horror film written and directed by Jethro Waters. It stars Jessica Hecht, Valient Himself of Valient Thorr, Burk Uzzle, Braz Cubas, and Joel Loftin.
Gunfighter Paradise is an example of auteur film, having been written, directed, produced, shot, edited, and scored by Jethro Waters. The film has been noted as a semi-autobiographical dark comedy that explores religion in America. Critics have referred to the film as surrealist and experimental as well as sardonic, satirical and absurdist. Multiple critics have also noted the film's pithy dialogue and unique blocking and cinematography. The film has been compared to the work the Coen Brothers and David Lynch, as well as Luis Buñuel.
Iconic Italian poster artist Renato Casaro painted the movie poster for Gunfighter Paradise.