The Gauntlet [1977] [DVD]

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Clint Eastwood is always good with his sly sense of humor. Partnered with Sondra Locke they were both great. Good film with action from the start. Well worth watching.

OK does what it says on the tin.

must see movies drama and funny stories line

Received in good condition & fantastic price Thankyou

Bought this film as a massive Clint Eastwood fan. Like these 70's era films as they have that nostalgia appeal. With regards to the Blu Ray its a good picture as you would expect with not too bad sound. There are no extras which is a little disappointing. The appeal of this film for me is the chemistry between Clint Eastwood and Sondra Locke. I like the way they play off each other with their witty remarks. I think Sondra gives that sense of humour which I like in some of the Clint Eastwood movies. As you will probably already know the general story line is Clint Eastwood is a cop who has not had a big case yet and who believes this one to be just the same. However, this one is different as even the cops are after taking both him and his witness out. The film is by no means as good as the Dirty Harry films, but the one liners are still there for all the fans of those. The ending is not bad although the film is a little slow to get going. However, its watchable and I did like the film overall, although by the end you feel its not up there with other films made. The bit missing for me is the hardness of the character like in the Dirty Harry films, but I suppose its not a Dirty Harry film and so we shouldn't expect that. Worth buying if you just like Clint Eastwood movies, but by no means a classic.

Eastwood is a great actor but the film is brilliant thanks 👍

The film though somewhat far-fetched is hugely entertaining, I've not watched this1977 movie for some time, glad I took time-out to re-visit it.'Phoenix' Cop 'Ben Shockley' has never quite achieved his ambition to be involvedand solve that one big case. these days he tends to drink too much.He has been chosen by 'Commissioner Blakelock' (William Prince) to escort a key-witness '''Prostitute' 'Gus Mally'(Sandra Locke) from 'Vegas' back to 'Phoenix' forwhat 'Ben' (Clint Eastwood) has been told is a nothing trial.The assignment is one that he will soon learn is one that he's not expected to complete.When he learns there is a book running on his and 'Mally's' chances of completion withodds of 50-1 and rising.The fears that 'Mally' has are soon realized as they become under threat from the wordgo.Going to 'Vegas' Airport for a flight to 'Phoenix' no longer an option after a Police ambushat 'Mally's' home where the two had stopped off for her to change her clothing.'Ben' after a little bit of logical thinking from 'Mally' begins to realize he'd been chosen asa no hoper, in fact expendable, he realizes that there has to be a conspiracy which stemsfrom his 'Phoenix' headquarters itself.The nothing trial could well be high-profile, 'Mob' related in fact.After another set-up situation the two face a hazardous and eventful journey to 'Phoenix'What 'Ben' hasn't counted upon however is the explosive welcome that awaits them in'Phoenix'Many exciting incidents along the way as 'Officer Shockley' attempts to complete themission he'd been give against all odds.The picture quality is much better than some of the upgrades I've seen of 'Clint's' in recentyears.......although a 'U.S' Import purchase, the good news is that it is 'Region-Free'( 'Clint Eastwood' and 'Sandra Locke' were partners in real-life 1976- 1983 )