I don't quite understand why people are not talking about this movie? I've been a western fan all my life, so I know a good western as well as i know crap, when I see it. This Is a very effective entertaining way to spend 2 hours. Ms. Wright killed it, she kept me glued to the screen. If westerns are to come back, Surrounded is a very good start. Enjoyed it immensely. This movie is invigorating and inspirational. It is mesmerizing to see a young black woman who is strong and triumphant during a time in which freed Black Americans were brutalized and traumatized. Mo reflects the unseen strength of black folks often forgotten in American History. This movie swells me with pride.

The best thing about this movie is the cinematography, it is fantastic. The acting is generally good as well. That, I'm afraid, is where the plaudits end.

The plot is dull. The endless monologues are grating. The ridiculous decisions made by some characters are annoying. The plot conveniences and contrivances such as outlaws twice the size of Laeticia Wright deciding to throw her around instead of just killing her is woeful.

Unfortunately, because of Wright's character, this is nothing but a politically correct borefest. Did the character have to be black? Did the the character have to pretend to be a man?

The ending turns the whole thing into childish fairytale. Avoid.

No pun intended - and obviously our main character is not alone in the classical sense. There always is at least another person in close proximity. Not that she is happy for anyone being near her ... but that is a different story. Actually it is the same story - and something that plays out quite nicely towards the end.

But let's not get ahead of ourselves. I am a bit of a sucker when it comes to western movies or the genre in general. I really like them - and I also have been accused of rating too good. So I reckon you have to take this into account. But I really liked the female lead here (you may know her from Black Panther or some other stuff she has done over the years), but also the other actors. This may be the last movie Michael K. Williams appeared in - he will be missed.

Good suspense, good shootouts - what more can you want and need? Story is well told too of course.