Lone Hero
Lone Hero

Lone Hero

2002Movie90 minEnglish

An actor in a Wild West show must become a mythical Western Hero when a biker gang descends upon a small Montana town.

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IMDb4.9/10
Director: Matthew BrightGenres: Action, Crime, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A dangerous fugitive named Barty, along with his volatile accomplice, commits a brutal bank robbery. They flee with their loot, but their escape plan goes awry when their getaway car breaks down in a small, isolated town. The duo then takes a young couple hostage, forcing them to drive and help them evade the authorities. As the desperate chase intensifies, the fugitive's violent nature begins to unravel, leading to a confrontation with the seemingly ordinary townspeople.

Critical Reception

Lone Hero received largely negative reviews from critics and is considered a direct-to-video release with minimal theatrical distribution. It is often criticized for its gratuitous violence, thin plot, and uneven performances, though some may find its gritty, low-budget aesthetic appealing.

What Reviewers Say

  • Relies too heavily on shocking violence with little substance.
  • Lacks narrative coherence and character development.
  • A forgettable B-movie with uninspired direction.

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Fun Fact

The film was shot in and around Bisbee, Arizona, a former copper-mining town known for its rugged landscape and unique architecture, which contributed to the film's desolate atmosphere.

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