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Because of their versatility as artists, it’s hard to pigeonhole Joel and Ethan Coen as filmmakers. They’re simply the Coen Brothers, a brand unto themselves. Although their cinematic sensibilities and characteristics are distinct, analyzing their work can be inscrutable, as the directors are hesitant to reveal the true meaning behind their films. Rather than endlessly glowing about their passions in the press, the Coens’ deep admiration for cinema, literature, and music is evident in their films. These influences converge with their unique eye for character and tone to create something wholly indelible. For years, the Coen Brothers have been infusing Western themes and iconography in their work, but it wasn’t until 34 years later, with the release of The Ballad of Buster Scruggs, that they got to scratch that itch by making an original, tried and true Western with exceptional historical accuracy.
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