North Beach and Rawhide
North Beach and Rawhide

North Beach and Rawhide

1985Movie120 minEnglish

"Boys Town" drama about a man named Rawhide MacGregor, a one-time ex-convict who runs a cattle ranch as a correctional facility for urban juvenile delinquents where he tries through a variety of means and choirs to redeem them from their trouble-making ways.

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IMDb5.7/10
Director: David WechterGenres: Crime, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A disillusioned Vietnam veteran, haunted by his past, finds himself entangled in the dangerous underworld of North Beach, San Francisco. He becomes involved with a local mobster and a mysterious woman, leading him down a path of violence and desperation. As he tries to escape his fate, he uncovers a conspiracy that threatens to consume him.

Critical Reception

North Beach and Rawhide received a mixed to negative reception from critics upon its release. While some praised its gritty atmosphere and occasional suspense, many found the plot convoluted and the performances uneven. The film struggled to find a significant audience, becoming a lesser-known entry in the genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Presents a dark and gritty urban atmosphere.
  • Features a compelling, albeit flawed, protagonist.
  • The narrative often feels underdeveloped and predictable.

Google audience: Audience reception for North Beach and Rawhide is largely scarce, with limited available data. Those who have viewed it often point to its dated style and predictable crime thriller tropes as drawbacks, though some appreciate its low-budget, independent feel.

Fun Fact

The film was largely self-funded by its director and lead actor, David Wechter, who also wrote the screenplay.

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