Synopsis
In 'Point Blank,' Lee Marvin stars as Walker, a criminal who is betrayed and left for dead by his partners. When he miraculously survives, he embarks on a relentless quest for revenge, determined to recover his stolen money and make his traitorous partners pay.
Why Watch It
Boorman's debut feature strips noir to its skeletal essence: a taciturn antihero methodically dismantling a criminal empire with machine-like precision. Jagged editing, disorienting sound design, and Lee Marvin's ice-cold performance create a hypnotic fever dream of vengeance that influenced decades of neo-noir cinema.
Did You Know?
- Lee Marvin chose Angie Dickinson for the role of Chris.
- Director John Boorman's American debut was with Point Blank.
- Marvin did most of his own stunts in the film.
- The film was shot on location in Alcatraz and San Francisco.
- The movie was based on the book 'The Hunter' by Richard Stark.
Iconic Quotes
- You'd better kill me. It's your only chance.
- Remember me? Remember when I used to kill people for you?
- All I want is my money. I want my 93 grand.
- You're a very bad man Walker, a very destructive man!
- What's my last name?
