Thu Jan 23 20:30:00 UTC 2025: ## Hope Remains for Kevin Costner’s “Horizon: Chapter 2” Despite Negative Reviews
**Venice, Italy** – Despite a delayed release and overwhelmingly negative reviews following its premiere at the Venice International Film Festival, hope remains for the release of Kevin Costner’s Western epic, *Horizon: An American Saga – Chapter 2*. Isabelle Fuhrman, who stars in the film, recently offered a cautiously optimistic update.
While promoting her new film, Fuhrman told ScreenRant that she believes the sequel will be released soon, though she hasn’t received an official confirmation of a release date. She highlighted the positive experience of the Venice premiere, stating, “I’m really excited for people to see it.”
*Horizon: Chapter 2*, a three-hour film, continues the story from the poorly-received first installment which underperformed at the box office. The sequel’s critical reception hasn’t been much better, currently holding a dismal 40% Tomatometer score on Rotten Tomatoes based on early reviews. Critics cite the film’s episodic nature and excessive length as major flaws. However, some reviewers praised the improved character development and stunning cinematography.
The film’s uncertain future hangs in the balance. Production has already begun on Chapter 3, and Chapter 4 is in development. A delay could jeopardize the entire franchise. Warner Bros., the studio behind the film, is understandably hesitant given the first film’s poor performance. However, with the film already completed and shown at a major festival, many believe a 2025 release is crucial to assess its potential and determine the franchise’s future. Costner’s strong advocacy for theatrical releases adds another layer of complexity to the situation.
The film also stars Sienna Miller, Sam Worthington, and Danny Huston.
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