La Linea (The Line) (2009)

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Director James Cotten recruits an all-star roster for this crime thriller set along the Mexican-American border. Mexican drug lord Pelon has managed to escape the ire of the American government, but his decision to switch from cocaine from Colombia to heroin from Afghanistan attracts their… More Director James Cotten recruits an all-star roster for this crime thriller set along the Mexican-American border. Mexican drug lord Pelon has managed to escape the ire of the American government, but his decision to switch from cocaine from Colombia to heroin from Afghanistan attracts their attention. Numerous assassins come for the man's blood, but Pelon evades them all. Hitman Mark Shields sets himself apart from the pack with 20 years of killing experience, but he becomes distracted by the presence of a woman and her daughter. This character-driven action film stars Andy Garcia, Ray Liotta, Armand Assante, and Esai Morales. ~ Kimber Myers, Rovi

Rating, Runtime: R, 1 hr. 35 min.
Directed By: James Cotten
Written By: R. Ellis Frazier
Genres: Drama, Action & Adventure

In Theaters: Jan 1, 2008 Wide
On DVD: Nov 10, 2009
Studio: Maya Entertainment

Critic Reviews

Andrew L. Urban, Urban Cinefile
Thoroughly engaging

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Film C

Andy garcia and Ray liotta two great actors with gangster experience so in this crime,drama, thriller, drug gangster movie its a making of a good movie: or so we thought ! This movie fails to impress miserably, its a waste of time, the action should be fun and yet boring, that backed… More
Andy garcia and Ray liotta two great actors with gangster experience so in this crime,drama, thriller, drug gangster movie its a making of a good movie: or so we thought ! This movie fails to impress miserably, its a waste of time, the action should be fun and yet boring, that backed up with the boring storyline in between just fails to engage the audience. At times its really boring and slow and doesnt interest you enough to want to continue watching the movie! i lasted 40minutes before i had enough!
Al S

A strong, stylish, gripping and thoroughly engaging film. A supremely entertaining crime thriller that's a twist-filled and action-packed ride. It keeps you entertained and guessing right to the end. A great story with compelling characters and a great cast supporting those… More
A strong, stylish, gripping and thoroughly engaging film. A supremely entertaining crime thriller that's a twist-filled and action-packed ride. It keeps you entertained and guessing right to the end. A great story with compelling characters and a great cast supporting those roles. A slick, dark and edgy groove that's all it's own. A well-crafted and exceptionally performed movie with lots to offer. It's intriguing and heart-pounding with well-drawn characters in a strong story oriented flick that works. It delivers plenty of absorbing drama, sizzling action and great suspense. It's such an mesmerizing and explosive film. Andy Garcia is brilliant. Ray Liotta is terrific. Esai Morales is electrifying. Armand Assante and Gary Daniels give strong performances in their smaller roles.
Carlos M

I doubt anyone can follow this big mess without getting lost, even those who liked it. The plot is so confusing and disjointed, trying to complicate everything so much only to seem more complex than it actually is. Altogether, it is nothing but a dull waste of time.
Barry L

I was really impressed with the fact that Ray Liotta seemed not to have tanned himself orange in this one and covered over his acne with layer after layer of make up. His acting was classical and well done and the sotry, although a little odd at the end was done really well. Intricate… More
I was really impressed with the fact that Ray Liotta seemed not to have tanned himself orange in this one and covered over his acne with layer after layer of make up. His acting was classical and well done and the sotry, although a little odd at the end was done really well. Intricate plot which ends with almost everyone dead....which is nice.