No mercy 1986

Starring: Richard Gere

Policemen pretend to be hit men in an attempt to inflitrate a murder-by-contract organization.

Hard-hitting, downbeat drama with plenty of gunfire, explosions and chases for the boys. Richard Gere's character showed behaviour so unbelievable for a copy that it was difficult to feel any empathyand this lack of realism rather de-valued the whole movie. Kam Basinger on the other hand gave a troubled, vunerable performance which was surprisingly well portrayed.        5/10

Bullet scars 1942

Starring: Regis Toomey

A doctor is kidnapped to patch up a bullet-scarred gunman.

Short movie that came in at just under an hour. Sure, the plot is hardly original, but this rolls along at a cracking pace, there is some attempt at humour, some very watchable action and an exciting climax. A little gem that I really enjoyed.   9/10

The Paradine case 1947

Starring: Gregory Peck

A barrister falls in love with his client, who is suspected of murder.

Hitchcock movie with interesting camera angles and brilliant lighting. The plot had interest but the whole thing was a bit stodgy and because it was so character driven, it became hard to retain concentration.      4/10

The Big man 1990

Starring: Liam Neeson

An unemployed miner becomes a bare-knuckle fighter.

Gritty drama set in Scotland. Neeson is utterly believable, Billy Connolly is weesle like, amusing and a much better actor than he is often given credit for. Hugh Grant delivers a very passable Scottish accent and Joanne Whalley-Kilmer has eyes that could seduce you from 500 metres. Not really Sunday morning viewing but utterly compelling.    7/10