The Grey Fox (1982)

This Canadian historical drama is based on the true story of Bill Miner (Richard Farnsworth), a “gentleman bandit” released from prison in 1901 after 33 years. Finding the 20th century unfamiliar and inspired by the film The Great Train Robbery, he relocates to British Columbia, Canada, where he resumes his criminal career by robbing trains. It is a leisurely-paced, character-driven film praised for its stunning cinematography of the Pacific Northwest and authentic, historical feel.

Chief Curator Andrew Patrick Nelson will introduce the film and lead a post-screening discussion with the audience.

Andrew Patrick Nelson, PhD, is Chief Curator at Western Spirit. He is a leading authority on Western cinema, art, and culture, and the author and editor of numerous books and essays. Dr. Nelson’s insights have been featured in the New York Times, The Hollywood Reporter, and on NPR, and he regularly appears as a commentator on the History Chanel and other networks. He also cohosts the popular Western movie podcast How the West Was ‘Cast and is the author of the book Still in the Saddle: The Hollywood Western, 1969 – 1980.

Rating: PG

Length: 1h 32m