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Paris, Texas

Drama

RatingRatingRatingRatingRating4.7

DirectorWim Wenders

ProducerDon Guest, Anatole Dauman

ScreenwriterL.M. Kit Carson, Sam Shepard

Distributor20th Century Fox

Release Date DateNov 18, 1984, Original

LanguageEnglish

Runtime2h 28m

Introduction

A disheveled man who wanders out of the desert, Travis Henderson (Harry Dean Stanton) seems to have no idea who he is. When a stranger manages to contact his brother, Walt (Dean Stockwell), Travis is awkwardly reunited with his sibling. Travis has been missing for years, and his presence unsettles Walt and his family, which also includes Travis's own son, Hunter (Hunter Carson). Soon Travis must confront his wife, Jane (Nastassja Kinski), and try to put his life back together.

Critics Reviews

Kevin Maher4.6

324

Sep 14, 2023
"Paris, Texas" is a masterful blend of visual and emotional storytelling. The vast, sweeping landscapes captured by Robby Müller rival the grandeur of classic John Ford westerns, providing a striking backdrop to the poignant narrative. Harry Dean Stanton delivers a profoundly moving performance as Travis, whose journey to reconnect with his estranged family resonates deeply. Director Wim Wenders crafts the film with a deft hand, creating a narrative that is both naturalistic and compelling. Each character's struggle feels authentic, making this film a standout in Wenders' illustrious career. A beautiful, haunting exploration of loss and redemption.

Peter Bradshaw5

325

Jul 27, 2022
"Paris, Texas" is a haunting and melancholic tale of a man, Travis Henderson, who emerges from the desert with no memory of his past. Reunited awkwardly with his brother Walt and his son Hunter after years of absence, Travis unsettles their lives. As he confronts his estranged wife, Jane, the film delves into themes of loss and redemption. The story's eerie and sorrowful atmosphere echoes through the vast desert landscape, leaving its profound meaning to fade like a distant highway on the horizon. This poignant narrative masterfully illustrates the intricate process of piecing a shattered life back together.
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