Bounty hunter Ralph "Papa" Thorson is receiving death threats from a criminal he helped put away. This while his girlfriend is about to give birth, an event he isn't looking forward to. Meanwhile, he has his job to do and this involves bringing in some tough characters.
I watched this because it is Steve McQueen's last movie and it turns out that is really the only reason to watch this. Plot is at best mildly interesting being reasonably unfocussed. Plot development doesn't always feel consistent.
There's a degree of engagement with McQueen's character (Thorson) but not to a large extent: the lack of focus in the plot makes for some inconsistent character traits and behaviours too.
McQueen is okay in the lead role. No other performances to speak of though. Tracey Walter is incredibly hammy as the villain of the piece.
I watched this because it is Steve McQueen's last movie and it turns out that is really the only reason to watch this. Plot is at best mildly interesting being reasonably unfocussed. Plot development doesn't always feel consistent.
There's a degree of engagement with McQueen's character (Thorson) but not to a large extent: the lack of focus in the plot makes for some inconsistent character traits and behaviours too.
McQueen is okay in the lead role. No other performances to speak of though. Tracey Walter is incredibly hammy as the villain of the piece.