This lavish, epic western tells the true story of Wyoming's infamous Johnston County Wars, where wealthy cattlemen--backed by the U.S. government--hired mercenaries to murder 125 immigrant settlers believed to be rustlers. From the incredible beauty of the magnificent landscapes to the explosive violence of the bloody battle itself, "Heaven's Gate" combines breathtaking cinematography and memorable performances in a spectacular, panoramic and ultimately haunting look at the reverse side of the American Dream.