๐ŸŽฌ Quigley Down Under (1990)

Quigley Down Under is a Western adventure film directed by Simon Wincer, starring Tom Selleck, Alan Rickman, and Laura San Giacomo. Set in the Australian Outback, the film offers a fresh take on the classic Western genre, blending action, romance, and themes of justice.

American sharpshooter Matthew Quigley (Tom Selleck) arrives in Australia after responding to a job offer from wealthy cattle baron Elliott Marston (Alan Rickman). Quigley, known for his exceptional long-range shooting skills with a custom Sharps rifle, believes heโ€™s been hired to eliminate wild dingoes.However, upon arrival, he discovers Marstonโ€™s true intentionsโ€”to hunt and kill Indigenous Aboriginal people who resist his control over the land. Appalled by this, Quigley refuses and violently confronts Marstonโ€™s men. As a result, he is beaten and left for dead in the desert alongside Crazy Cora (Laura San Giacomo), a troubled woman with a tragic past.
With the help of Aboriginal allies, Quigley survives and begins a one-man war against Marston and his ruthless gang. Using his superior marksmanship and survival skills, he systematically takes down Marstonโ€™s men. In a climactic showdown, Quigley proves his prowess by defeating Marston in a close-range duelโ€”despite being known for long-distance shooting.

After restoring justice, Quigley prepares to return to America but is stopped by British officers. When asked about his name, he simply replies, โ€œQuigley. Matthew Quigley.โ€, cementing his legend.Quigley Down Under is more than just a Western set in Australiaโ€”it explores themes of justice, colonial oppression, and cultural respect. The filmโ€™s stunning Outback scenery, Tom Selleckโ€™s charismatic performance, and Alan Rickmanโ€™s chilling villainous role make it a standout in the genre