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Writer (WGA):
Michael Jenning (written by)
Release Date:
20 October 1989 (USA)
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A man murdered in cold blood. But they didn't count on his brother's revenge! more
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Truman, a Chicago cop, sets out to find the killer of his brother. Meanwhile, another of his brothers, Briar (a hillbilly) decides to find the killer himself. full summary | add synopsis
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1 nomination
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(4 articles)
Patrick Swayze: 1952-2009
(From The Hollywood Interview. 24 September 2009, 6:03 PM, PDT)
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predictable but enjoyable
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Cast
(Cast overview, first billed only)| Patrick Swayze | ... | Truman Gates | |
| Liam Neeson | ... | Briar Gates | |
| Adam Baldwin | ... | Joey Rosselini | |
| Helen Hunt | ... | Jessie Gates | |
| Andreas Katsulas | ... | John Isabella | |
| Bill Paxton | ... | Gerald Gates | |
| Ben Stiller | ... | Lawrence Isabella | |
| Michael J. Pollard | ... | Harold | |
| Ted Levine | ... | Willy Simpson | |
| Del Close | ... | Frank | |
| Valentino Cimo | ... | Rhino | |
| Paul Greco | ... | Leo | |
| Vincent Guastaferro | ... | Paulie | |
| Paul Herman | ... | Tony Antonelli | |
| Don Herion | ... | Zimmer |
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108 min
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Miscellaneous: In the scene in the car where Truman informs Briar he is about to be a father, the Camaro's rear view mirror disappears.
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Referenced in "Mystery Science Theater 3000: Santa Claus Conquers the Martians (#4.21)" (1991)
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Hillbilly Heart
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Patrick Swayze stars in this action crime drama as a Chicago cop from the south avenging the death of his brother. So the plot is pretty basic, so what, it is still an enjoyable action/crime-drama. The cast was very good in this film, which includes Liam Neeson, Bill Paxton, Helen Hunt, Adam Baldwin, and even Ben Stiller in a smaller role. The action was pretty good too, especially the chase on top of the train. The film also used its Chicago locations very well, which is something I like in movies. The film has a few faults, including an extremely predictable ending. But aside from that its a fun film for action fans. 3.5/5