GamerTab That was an excellent one.

SunnyHello Nice effects though.

Bumpy Chip It’s not bad or unwatchable but despite the amplitude of the spectacle, the end result is underwhelming.

Brenda The plot isn't so bad, but the pace of storytelling is too slow which makes people bored. Certain moments are so obvious and unnecessary for the main plot. I would've fast-forwarded those moments if it was an online streaming. The ending looks like implying a sequel, not sure if this movie will get one

michellez59 I can't get enough of this movie! I rarely go out of my way to purchase a DVD these days, let alone watch one repeatedly...but from the moment I accidentally caught the last half of this movie on the cable, I knew I had to have it. I only wish I could put in an order at Amazon for Johnny Gault. Sure it has a classic (albeit reused) western theme (bad man saved by the love of a good woman) and the Amish angle certainly adds believable tension where needed...but first last and throughout this movie, its success owes everything to Tim Daly and his smoldering, conflicted portrayal of the Gunslinger. Like many people, I hardly recognized Mr. Daly at first...my initial thought was "Who is this bad, bad boy and where have they been hiding him?" His "off the charts" chemistry with Naomi Watts is undeniable and no doubt about it...Naomi contributed to the combustion, but if I close my eyes I can imagine others in her role (namely me). The same can't be said for the riveting Mr. Daly...he owns that role from beginning to end. At the time, critics said it wasn't a great movie but believe me...if Hollywood could duplicate that type of screen chemistry every time they churned out a love story, who would give a darn about movie greatness? That's not what sells tickets (Just ask the producers of MILK).One thing is for sure, Tim Daly should have hung up playing good guys a long time ago and, after watching this movie, I'm scouring everyplace to find out where I can catch him next. But for now...I'll just hit the play button again and imagine Johnny Gault just arrived via UPS.

skoczyfb This is a superb movie. Men will love Naomi Watts endearing and touching performance as a mennonite-ish widow who has peaceful religious convictions. Women will fall hard for Tim Daly as infamous rugged outlaw Johnny Gault whom the widow takes in when he's injured. Mr. Daly absolutely shines in this film. He is one of our most under-appreciated actors today and I miss seeing him in more movies. Don't miss him also in an older film with Penelope Ann Miller called "HAILEY"S COMET" I believe it was entitled. It was fabulous. This film THE OUTSIDER is reminiscent of "the Angel & the Badman" with John Wayne. However, THE OUTSIDER is a deeper story, with more plot, and a lot more depth to its characterizations. Naomi Watts breaks your heart in one scene where she declares her love for the outlaw to her religious community and is being ostracized for it. It's heartwrenching. And Watts' & Daly's chemistry when they are in each other's arms is undeniable. My husband and I both loved this film. Also recommended "LOVE COMES SOFTLY".

classicsoncall "The Outsider" offers a twist on the typical open range Western theme; this time around the sheep farmers are a sect resembling Quakers and the confrontation between the existing ranchers and their peaceful opposition is overshadowed by deeply held religious values. On a more personal level, the widowed Rebecca Yoder (Naomi Watts) must overcome the fear of a notorious gunman in her home while she nurses him back from death's door, even as she begins to fall in love with him.If your only familiarity with actor Tim Daly is the character he portrayed in the TV comedy "Wings", then you're in for a surprise. He's genuinely convincing as gunfighter Johnny Gault and takes up the gauntlet early on behalf of Rebecca and her young son Benjo. His own transforming redemption begins when rancher Fergus Hunter (John Noble) comes calling with benign contempt - "I believe I heard you speakin' unkindly to this kind lady".If the title hadn't been used before, "The Angel and the Badman" would have been a perfect fit for this story. That 1947 Republic film cast John Wayne in a similar role to Johnny Gault playing opposite Gail Russell. In a scene highly reminiscent of the earlier movie, Johnny leaves his holstered gun behind to take part in the hymnal service; John Wayne's character did the same more than once to show deference for a people who live a 'plain and narrow life'.That plain life begins to unravel for Rebecca as she commits herself to Johnny. It's here where the film explores the prohibitive constraints of religious belief and traditions, as Rebecca winds up the most dangerous person in her Quaker like community, a free thinker. There's a wonderfully symbolic moment following Rebecca's speech to the congregation declaring her love for Gault; as she runs outside to be with him, the camera focuses on her white cap, 'fallen' to the ground as if to underscore her schism from the community.The other symbolic moment, and one just as powerful occurs as Johnny and Benjo maintain a vigil over the severely wounded Rebecca. Johnny's gun and bullets go into the fire, along with Benjo's sling, as if to atone for her shooting at the hands of Hunter's henchman. It's a renouncing of a former life and the start of a new one, if only Rebecca survives.Be sure to pay attention throughout the entire film to appreciate the exceptional cinematography. One scene in particular has a beautiful moon shot that dissolves around a horse drawn buggy and is wonderfully done. Also, as others have mentioned in their posts for the film, the Norwegian background music is a perfect complement to the events on screen.

sedater When I close my eyes, I dream for a guy to look at me the same way Johnny Gault looks at Rebbeca. Even if Johnny never said a word in this movie, I could easily read his thoughts from his eyes, his mouth, and his hands. Every time I see this movie, it stays with me for days. Tim Daly has such an intense presence on screen; his compelling performance of "the bad guy who just wants to be held" will truly take your breath away. I believe Rebecca, with her faith in goodness for all and being true to yourself, is the only one who could have shown Johnny how love really feels. The hauntingly moving music, the beautiful surroundings, and the passionate characters will leave you feeling, "I wish that was me."