The Line 2009
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Topic: Film "The Line" (2009). Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2009
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 95 minutes
- Release date
- May 11, 2009
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America, Mexico
- Studios
- Project One Films, Baja Films Internacional
- Budget
- $7,500,000
- Genres
- Action, Crime, Drama, Thriller
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Topic: Film "The Line" (2009).
Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
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Title: The Line (also referred to as La Linea).
Year: 2009.
Release Date: 09/09/2009 (US).
Genres: Action, Crime, Drama, Thriller (also "film de gangsters" in French source).
Director: James Cotten.
Cast: Ray Liotta, Armand Assante, Valerie Cruz, Esai Morales, Andy García.
Runtime: 1h 35m / 90 minutes.
Plot: Veteran assassin Mark Shields tracks down Pelon, the head of the Salazar Crime Cartel. Shields ends up with Olivia, a local woman fighting demons for her daughter.
Setting: Tijuana, Mexico.
Writer (Scénario): R. Ellis Frazier.
Editor (Montage): Miklos Wright.
Music: David Torn.
Production Design (Décors): Derrick Hinman.
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“A gripping exploration of action and crime that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Is The Line worth watching?
The Line holds a community rating of 4.8/10 based on 84 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Action, Crime for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie The Line and when was it released?
The Line is a feature film with a runtime of 95 minutes. It was released in 2009. Release status: Released.
Who directed The Line?
The Line was directed by James Cotten.
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