Fresh
A high-minded film that at times verges on didacticism, The Tracker is redeemed by its adherence to a simple yet distinctive approach to storytelling and its uniformly strong acting.
Kevin Crust, Los Angeles Times
The Tracker
All men choose the path they walk.
2002 · 1h 30m · Not Rated
Drama, History
Directed by
Rolf de Heer
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The Tracker
Overview
Somewhere in Australia in the early 20th century outback, an Aboriginal man is accused of murdering a white woman. Three white men are on a mission to capture him with the help of an experienced Indigenous man.
Director and cast
Critics on Rotten Tomatoes
Top critics, in their words
88%
Tomatometer
Fresh
An imposing film that tackles a serious theme with dignity and even audacity and that features production values of the highest quality.
David Stratton, Variety
Fresh
An engrossing study of race and history in Australia.
Ernest Hardy, L.A. Weekly
Fresh
See the film mainly for the quiet and powerful work of Gulpilil in the title role.
Walter V. Addiego, San Francisco Chronicle
Fresh
As the scorned but ever-resourceful guide, Gulpilil has the richest role and makes the most of it.
Colin Covert, Minneapolis Star Tribune
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