Mitchell

Veteran detective John Mitchell is a hard-drinking, loose-cannon cop in Los Angeles. When his partner is murdered, Mitchell goes on a violent, one-man crusade to bring down the drug cartel responsible. He bends and breaks every rule in the book, alienating his superiors and risking his career to get justice.

Mitchell was poorly received by critics and audiences alike, often cited as an example of a sleazy and gratuitous crime film. Its excessive violence and dated tropes were widely panned.

• Praised for Joe Don Baker's committed performance, though often overshadowed by the film's brutality.
• Criticized for its excessive violence and lack of a compelling narrative.
• Seen as a dated and uninspired entry in the crime genre.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but those available often mention the film's graphic content and a general disappointment with its storytelling and pacing.

Joe Don Baker's intense portrayal of Detective Mitchell reportedly led to him being considered for the role of the villain in the James Bond film 'The Spy Who Loved Me', though he ultimately did not get the part.