Walking Tall (HBO)
Ex-sheriff fights corruption in his hometown
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About Walking Tall (HBO)
Released: 2004
Platform: Max
Rating: PG-13
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Cast
Dwayne Johnson, Johnny Knoxville, Neal McDonough, MIchael Bowen, Kevin Durand
About Walking Tall (HBO)
"Walking Tall" is a 2004 American action film directed by Kevin Bray. A remake of the 1973 film of the same name, it tells the story of a former U.S. soldier who returns to his hometown to find it corrupted by crime and dives into a quest for justice.
Making / Production
The film is produced by Ashok Amritraj, Jim Burke, Lucas Foster, and David Hoberman, under the banner of Hyde Park Entertainment and WWE Studios. The remake took a more action-oriented approach compared to the original, providing a modern take on the story of Buford Pusser.
Actors
- Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson as Chris Vaughn: Johnson plays the role of the returning soldier who fights against the wrongful aspects of the town. His strong performance brings energy and charisma to the film.
- Johnny Knoxville as Ray Templeton: Knoxville portrays Chris's old buddy who becomes his ally in his pursuit for justice. He delivers a lively performance, adding a touch of humor to the film.
- Neal McDonough as Jay Hamilton: McDonough is the villain of the film, portraying a role of the corrupt casino owner. He gives a chilling performance, embodying the arrogance and ruthlessness of his character.
Trivia / Interesting Facts
- The film is a remake of a 1973 movie of the same name that was loosely based on the real-life Sheriff of McNairy County, Tennessee, Buford Pusser.
- Despite the serious tone of the movie, Dwayne Johnson and Johnny Knoxville reportedly had a lot of fun behind the scenes, often cracking jokes and playing pranks on each other.
- Dwayne Johnson did most of his own stunts in the movie.
Awards
The movie didn't win any notable awards but it was nonetheless popular among audiences, especially fans of action genre.
Quotes
- "One man will stand up for what's right." - Chris Vaughn.
- "This is my town. I'm not going anywhere." - Chris Vaughn.
Music, Soundtrack
- The film's music was composed by Graeme Revell, known for his work on action thrillers. His composition brings intensity and high-octane energy to the film.
- Additionally, the soundtrack includes songs from pop artists, adding to the contemporary ambiance of the movie.
About Walking Tall (HBO)
Army veteran returns home, fights corruption and crime as sheriff in his small town using heavy-hand tactics.
