The Gauntlet [1977] [DVD]

Bought this film as a massive Clint Eastwood fan. Like these 70's era films as they have that nostalgia appeal. With regards to the Blu Ray its a good picture as you would expect with not too bad sound. There are no extras which is a little disappointing. The appeal of this film for me is the chemistry between Clint Eastwood and Sondra Locke. I like the way they play off each other with their witty remarks. I think Sondra gives that sense of humour which I like in some of the Clint Eastwood movies. As you will probably already know the general story line is Clint Eastwood is a cop who has not had a big case yet and who believes this one to be just the same. However, this one is different as even the cops are after taking both him and his witness out. The film is by no means as good as the Dirty Harry films, but the one liners are still there for all the fans of those. The ending is not bad although the film is a little slow to get going. However, its watchable and I did like the film overall, although by the end you feel its not up there with other films made. The bit missing for me is the hardness of the character like in the Dirty Harry films, but I suppose its not a Dirty Harry film and so we shouldn't expect that. Worth buying if you just like Clint Eastwood movies, but by no means a classic.

The film though somewhat far-fetched is hugely entertaining, I've not watched this1977 movie for some time, glad I took time-out to re-visit it.'Phoenix' Cop 'Ben Shockley' has never quite achieved his ambition to be involvedand solve that one big case. these days he tends to drink too much.He has been chosen by 'Commissioner Blakelock' (William Prince) to escort a key-witness '''Prostitute' 'Gus Mally'(Sandra Locke) from 'Vegas' back to 'Phoenix' forwhat 'Ben' (Clint Eastwood) has been told is a nothing trial.The assignment is one that he will soon learn is one that he's not expected to complete.When he learns there is a book running on his and 'Mally's' chances of completion withodds of 50-1 and rising.The fears that 'Mally' has are soon realized as they become under threat from the wordgo.Going to 'Vegas' Airport for a flight to 'Phoenix' no longer an option after a Police ambushat 'Mally's' home where the two had stopped off for her to change her clothing.'Ben' after a little bit of logical thinking from 'Mally' begins to realize he'd been chosen asa no hoper, in fact expendable, he realizes that there has to be a conspiracy which stemsfrom his 'Phoenix' headquarters itself.The nothing trial could well be high-profile, 'Mob' related in fact.After another set-up situation the two face a hazardous and eventful journey to 'Phoenix'What 'Ben' hasn't counted upon however is the explosive welcome that awaits them in'Phoenix'Many exciting incidents along the way as 'Officer Shockley' attempts to complete themission he'd been give against all odds.The picture quality is much better than some of the upgrades I've seen of 'Clint's' in recentyears.......although a 'U.S' Import purchase, the good news is that it is 'Region-Free'( 'Clint Eastwood' and 'Sandra Locke' were partners in real-life 1976- 1983 )

I was hoping that this wouldn't be just a rehash of Magnum and happily it isn't.Alcoholic cop Ben Shockley (Eastwood) is a bit washed up and is chosen to transport a prostitute Gus Malley (Locke) to court. She is to testify in some minor crime, but unknown to Ben is that the defendant is a powerful mobster who will rather see Gus dead and buried. What turns out to be a routine transfer turns into a fight for life with most of the Police tricked into thinking that Ben is dangerous and needs to be stopped.Well paced action film with a bus that must have inspired the A-Team!At the current price of 3GBP it is an Eastwood bargain not to be missed

Not surprisingly, there was real synergy between Eastwood and Sondra Locke in this film, as they were going out together at the time. A timeless classic and 'must see' for Eastwood fans.

It's a very good film, but I made a boo with it, I thought it was a Blu-ray dvd not a dvd.I had many years had got the dvd version. Nothing wrong with the film at all.Just hada very senior moment

This bluray looks absolutely fantastic at upscaled 4K.The movie itself is absolute nonsense and it's hugely enjoyable. It's best not to think too deeply about this movie as the storyline and events in it are completely implausible.Just sit back and enjoy a movie that's just perfect escapism.

If Dirty Harry had ever been a drunken bum cop...Brilliant film from start to finish. Clint at his best in this. As the film goes on Clint's character gradually realises the odds that are against him to uphold the law. As good today as it was then.

Clint Eastwood is on top form in this movie, both clint and Sondra Locke work well. this story tells of detective ben shockley played by clint, given the assigned task of escorting gus mally, played by miss locke who is is testify in a mob trial. which we soon find out that the mob doesn't want gus to be a witness, and so this great adventure then starts. pq is great on this blu ray, 1080p 2.35.16.9.