A really good, uncompromising, violent and sexy police thriller with a fabulous lead performance from Gastone Moschin. Just out of jail, he is presented as being stuck between a rock and a hard place as he tries to manoeuvre himself so as not to get re-arrested by the police or killed by his mafia inspired ex-employers. He gives such a solid and believable performance which helps(or hinders) the viewer as we seek the truth in this exciting and twisting tale. Barbara Bouchet is ushered in as an exotic dancer in a wonderful beaded two piece. She gives a great performance, both as a dancer and key figure in this beautifully written piece. The action slows somewhat whenever we return to the police station but the double act of Frank Wolff and Luigi Pistilli and bad cop and good cop, help to keep things moving and Pistilli's dialogue seems to be very much the personal and political thoughts of writer/director Fernando Di Leo. A marvellous rock soundtrack and so, so, 70s decor help to ensure a very watchable, if very violent and thrilling ride.
Review of Caliber 9
