Jim Hanson’s quiet life is suddenly disturbed by two people crossing the US/Mexico border – a woman and her young son – desperate to flee a Mexican cartel. After a shootout leaves the mother dead, Jim becomes the boy’s reluctant defender. He embraces his role as Miguel’s protector and will stop at nothing to get him to safety, as they go on the run from the relentless assassins.
Acting
Neeson brings genuine warmth to his 'particular set of skills' routine.
Practical Effects
Real locations along the border give authenticity no green screen could.
Writing
Sparse dialogue that trusts silence between Jim and Miguel.
Director
Robert Lorenz
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Director Robert Lorenz has been Clint Eastwood's longtime producing partner; this was his second solo directing credit.
Neeson was 68 during filming and reportedly did many of his own stunts, which explains why Jim moves like a man who genuinely hurts.
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