Steam & Iron: The Gilded Trigger
- Tagline
- In an age of invention, the most dangerous creation is deceit.
- Description
- Step into a world where gears grind, steam bellows, and six-shooters rule in 'Steam & Iron: The Gilded Trigger.' Directed by the imaginative Kathryn Bigeowl, this playful yet edgy crime caper set in the heart of the Industrial Revolution pits a charismatic cowboy against the cunning of a city's underbelly. Frank Marlin dons the sheriff's badge with a glint in his eye, while Parsnip Ford embodies the charm of an anti-hero whose allegiances are as shifty as the shadows in the alleyways. Harry Bean Stanton rounds out the trio as a gunslinger with a secret that could tip the scales of justice. As the gears of betrayal and deception turn, our heroes must navigate a world where trust is a luxury few can afford. Will the right man stand tall when the smoke clears, or will the cogs of conspiracy crush all that they hold dear?
- MpaaRating
- PG-13
- PopularityScore
- 10.00
- ReleaseDate
- 11/17/2022
- Genre
- Crime
- Director(s)
- Cast
Critic Reviews
7.50
Like a well-oiled machine, 'Steam & Iron: The Gilded Trigger' chugs along with the charm of a locomotive in full sprint, thanks to Kathryn Bigeowl's spirited direction. The film revels in its clever blend of the Wild West and steampunk aesthetics—where the clatter of gears and the sizzle of steam form a symphony as captivating as the twirl of a cowboy's revolver. Frank Marlin, with a sheriff's badge pinned to his chest, brings a twinkle of mischief to the screen that's as bright as the polished brass of a newfangled invention. Parsnip Ford, with a sly grin and a tip of the hat, crafts an anti-hero for the ages, slinking through the streets with the ease of a whisper in the wind. And let's not forget Harry Bean Stanton, who packs a punch as a gunslinger holding his cards—and secrets—close to his vest. Though at times the plot's pistons seem to pump predictability, the film never loses steam, keeping us engaged with its kinetic energy and a sense of playfulness that would make even the most stone-faced outlaw crack a smile. In the end, 'Steam & Iron' doesn't just trigger the imagination; it fires on all cylinders, delivering a delightful escapade through the smoggy, yet shimmering, era of deception and discovery.