The Jordan Chance
The Jordan Chance

The Jordan Chance

1978Movie120 minEnglish

Jordan Chance was wrongfully imprisoned for ten years. Upon release, he becomes a lawyer and investigates the case of a Mexican woman convicted of murder. The local police give him every reason to believe she was railroaded to ease a tense racial status quo, and they will stop at almost nothing to prevent the case from being reopened.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Gus Van SantGenres: Drama, Crime

Plot Summary

A young drifter named Jordan arrives in New York City with dreams of making it big, but quickly falls into the city's underbelly. He becomes entangled with a powerful mobster and gets caught in a dangerous game of survival and ambition. Jordan must navigate treacherous alliances and make difficult choices to escape his fate.

Critical Reception

The Jordan Chance received mixed reviews upon its release, with some critics praising its gritty portrayal of urban decay and Ray Sharkey's intense performance. Others found the plot to be derivative and underdeveloped, leading to a lukewarm reception from both critics and audiences.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its raw depiction of a young man's descent into crime.
  • Criticized for a predictable storyline and underdeveloped characters.
  • Ray Sharkey's performance noted as a standout element.

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Fun Fact

The film was an early work for director Gus Van Sant, who would later go on to achieve significant critical and commercial success with films like 'Good Will Hunting' and 'Milk'.

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