- Genre
- Action
- Year
- 1980
- Runtime
- 1h18
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The Border
Justice on the edge where borders blur the line.
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Synopsis
"The Border" (originally titled "Border Cop") is a 1980 crime drama starring Telly Savalas as Sergeant Roy Brown, a dedicated and principled border patrol officer stationed at the U.S.-Mexico border. The film explores the gritty realities of border enforcement during a time riddled with smuggling and corruption. Sergeant Brown finds himself caught between upholding the law and confronting the harsh moral dilemmas posed by illegal immigration and criminal activity. The movie delves into the complex human stories behind border crossings, depicting the tensions, dangers, and ethical challenges faced by those tasked with protecting the frontier.
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Reviews
Critically, "The Border" received mixed to negative reactions upon release and in retrospective reviews. While Telly Savalas's performance as the tough yet conflicted border officer was noted for its intensity, many reviewers criticized the film's execution. On IMDb, the film holds a low rating of 4.6/10, reflecting lukewarm audience reception. Rotten Tomatoes does not have an official score, indicating limited critical aggregation, and Metacritic lacks a consolidated rating for the movie. Some critics praised the film's attempt to engage with relevant social and political issues concerning border security and immigration, noting it as "a gritty crime drama with moments of moral complexity." However, others found the narrative uneven and the characters underdeveloped, labeling it "an underwhelming effort hampered by clichés and a lack of depth." For example, certain reviews highlighted that the movie's approach to controversial topics felt dated and failed to provide fresh insight. Overall, "The Border" is recognized more for its thematic ambition than for cinematic accomplishment, appealing primarily to fans of gritty 1980s crime dramas and Telly Savalas's noir-inspired style.
