In the 1988 western flick, "Young Guns", six unruly young men, led by Billy the Kid (played by Emilio Estevez), come together to form a gang in the old west in order to seek revenge after their friend is murdered by a crooked sheriff. Throughout the movie, the young men come face to face with various obstacles, including the law, their own personal demons, and the harsh realities of life on the run. Alongside Billy the Kid, the gang consists of Doc (Kiefer Sutherland), Chavez (Lou Diamond Phillips), Dirty Steve (Dermot Mulroney), Charlie (Casey Siemaszko), and Dick (Charlie Sheen), each bringing their own unique skills and personality to the group.
As they ride across the wild west, dodging bullets and dodging the law, the gang of young guns becomes more and more infamous, eventually earning themselves a place on the "Most wanted" list. The group is hot on the heels of their enemies, but tensions rise as personal conflicts within the group lead to disagreements and tense moments.
As they encounter danger at every turn, members of the gang begin to question their desire for a life of violence and crime. Nevertheless, they continue on their path of vengeance, culminating in an explosive and bloody confrontation with their enemies.
"Young Guns" is a classic western that blends action and humor while taking a critical look at the sometimes glamorized lifestyle of outlaws in the old west. With an all-star cast of up-and-coming actors and an iconic musical score, this film has become a beloved classic in the western genre.
Young Guns is a 2018 documentary with a runtime of 17 minutes.
