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BrianSez's Review
Summary - Good 3.0
Are Mexican prisons really like ‘The shadiest malls in the world’ (as Mel’s character put it)? It sure made for an interesting backdrop to this tale of a gringo’s survival. And who knew Mel would make such a fine Mexican prisoner? Yes, that’s right – in this action flick that Mel helped write, he shows us he’s still got it – and plenty enough of it to survive the dog-eat-dog world of ‘El Pueblito’. What makes this movie especially interesting, is that in addition to frenetic ass kicking, Mel shows us his softer, wiser side – dare I say he’s even paternal at times in his assumed role of looking out after Kevin Hernandez! Decent story, great (almost Tanantino-esque) action, and a new lease on Mel-dom. Worth a watch to be sure.
Acting - OK 2.5
Mel Gibson earns his pay with this one. Nothing especially stand-out, but he keeps his bar fairly high. The pairing with Dolores Heredia and Kevin Hernandez is decent, but honestly, the acting from most of the cast is less than memorable.
Male Stars - OK 2.5
Female Stars - OK 2.5
Female Costars - OK 2.5
Male Costars - OK 2.5
Film - Good 3.0
Hey, I learned something knew about Mexican living.