"Switchback" is a worth-while rental. Dennis Quaid reminded me of Harrison Ford; his character was strong and silent on the outside, but definitely hurting (and possibly screaming) inside. Danny Glover also breaks his acting mold and does something different. He is likable but a little creepy. Jared Leto once again plays a quiet, introverted young man with a mysterious background. Needless to say, he is (as always) easy on the eyes.
R L Ermey (sp?) is admirable as Sheriff Buck Olmstead. I will remember this guy for a while. He often plays politicians or policemen in his movies.
The movie is about a Sheriff (Ermey) who is running for re-election against a younger, somewhat slimy, opponent. There is a strange double murder in his jurisdiction, and he is soon joined by a lone FBI agent (Quaid), who is intent on catching the killer and unconcerned with local politics or Bureau policy. Meanwhile, a young hitchhiker (Leto) catches a ride with a cheerful traveler (Glover).
The film does a nice job of having two separate storylines and then bringing them together ... well-paced film. Unique characters. Solid acting. I recommend it.
R L Ermey (sp?) is admirable as Sheriff Buck Olmstead. I will remember this guy for a while. He often plays politicians or policemen in his movies.
The movie is about a Sheriff (Ermey) who is running for re-election against a younger, somewhat slimy, opponent. There is a strange double murder in his jurisdiction, and he is soon joined by a lone FBI agent (Quaid), who is intent on catching the killer and unconcerned with local politics or Bureau policy. Meanwhile, a young hitchhiker (Leto) catches a ride with a cheerful traveler (Glover).
The film does a nice job of having two separate storylines and then bringing them together ... well-paced film. Unique characters. Solid acting. I recommend it.