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The Marksman 2021

In this gripping action-thriller, a weathered Arizona rancher is forced back into service when he takes in an orphaned 11-year-old, fleeing a ruthless cartel. As they outrun assassins across the Midwest, Jim's rugged exterior gives way to a deep bond with his young charge, while Mauricio's relentless pursuit sets the stage for a bloody showdown that will test Jim's military skills and moral code.

In this gripping action-thriller, a weathered Arizona rancher is forced back into service when he takes in an orphaned 11-year-old, fleeing a ruthless cartel. As they outrun assassins across the Midwest, Jim's rugged exterior gives way to a deep bond with his young charge, while Mauricio's relentless pursuit sets the stage for a bloody showdown that will test Jim's military skills and moral code.

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The Marksman does not have end credit scenes. You can leave when the credits roll.

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Metacritic

44

Metascore

5.8

User Score

Rotten Tomatoes
review

37%

TOMATOMETER

review

83%

User Score

IMDb

5.7 /10

IMDb Rating

TMDB

68

%

User Score

Letterboxd

2.5

From 2 fan ratings

Movie Insider

3.65/5

From 17 fan ratings

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Who is the cartel leader targeting Rosa and Miguel?

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A young boy named Miguel is diligently working on his school assignments while his mother Rosa goes about her chores in their home in Mexico. Their quiet life is abruptly shattered when a close contact urgently warns Rosa that the cartel is hunting them down, prompting her and Miguel to flee without delay. The cartel leader, Mauricio Guerrero, has captured Rosa’s brother Carlos for stealing from the organization, and he sends a chilling message by hanging Carlos’s lifeless body near an overpass, threatening that Rosa’s family is next.

Meanwhile, in Arizona, retired marine Jim Hanson is spending his days monitoring the border to prevent undocumented crossings. While observing a group trying to cross, he spots one person injured and, despite his reservations, offers them water while calling for medical help. Jim is struggling with his own issues, as he faces foreclosure on his home and finds it hard to secure work. Living alone with his devoted dog [Jackson], his only solace comes from the company of his stepdaughter Sarah, a dedicated police officer, both mourning the loss of her mother. One night, Sarah finds Jim at a bar and gently brings him home to rest.

The next day, when Jim returns to the border, he encounters Rosa and Miguel attempting to evade capture just as Mauricio and his cohorts arrive. Jim initially plans to alert the Border Patrol, but quickly realizes the imminent danger, urging Rosa and Miguel to take cover. Moments later, gunfire erupts, and Jim bravely returns fire, managing to hit Mauricio’s brother, killing him. With no time to waste, he bundles Rosa and Miguel into his truck and speeds off, though Mauricio relentlessly追赶s them on foot. Jim narrowly escapes, prompting Mauricio to call in reinforcements.

As they drive away, Miguel discovers that Rosa has been shot. In her dying moments, she entrusts Jim with a bag of stolen money and an address, urging him to take Miguel to his family in Chicago. After Rosa’s passing, Jim is filled with regret upon learning that Miguel blames him for her death. Realizing that Miguel’s fate is dire—as he is set to be deported—Jim is compelled to return and rescue him when he catches sight of Mauricio lurking outside the station.

Jim orchestrates a clever ruse, sneaking Miguel out as Mauricio observes from a distance. They return to Jim’s house to gather supplies, but it’s soon invaded by Mauricio and his gang seeking revenge. After stealing Jim’s personal belongings and setting his house ablaze, the cartel seeks blood, tracking Jim’s credit card usage. Jim, determined and resourceful, makes a stop at a gas station for directions to Chicago, but the cartel is hot on his trail, having already murdered the clerk that unwittingly assisted him.

As Jim and Miguel continue their perilous journey, they encounter numerous obstacles, including a breakdown of their vehicle. Jim cleverly leverages cash to make repairs, all while Sarah realizes the extent of Jim’s actions and implores him to return Miguel. The stakes intensify when Jim is pulled over by a crooked trooper, working for the cartel, who tries to stall him under false pretenses. Thanks to Jackson’s timely intervention, Jim manages to escape once again.

With new weapons in tow, Jim and Miguel find temporary refuge in a motel, but danger follows as Mauricio and his crew discover their hiding spot. After a harrowing encounter, Jim decides to persist in their quest, determined to reach Miguel’s family. They camp outdoors, where Jim teaches Miguel how to wield a gun and together they burn the cartel money to keep warm.

As they finally approach their destination, Jim spots Mauricio and his crew closing in. Displaying remarkable skill, Jim outmaneuvers the gang, allowing him to pick them off one by one. In a heart-stopping confrontation, Miguel cleverly distracts Mauricio, giving Jim the chance to eliminate the remaining threats. However, the final showdown pits Jim against Mauricio, who attempts to recruit Miguel as a child soldier. In a tense twist, Miguel uses the lessons Jim taught him to stand up, ultimately leading to Mauricio’s defeat when Jim takes the fatal shot.

With Jim’s mission successfully completed, he walks Miguel to his awaiting family in Chicago. They are overjoyed at his return, while Jim quietly slips away, boarding a bus as the weight of his injuries begins to take its toll. With a heavy heart and his eyes fluttering shut, he reflects on the turmoil that has transpired.

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Cadillac

2018

XTS

Chevrolet

2000

Cavalier

Chevrolet

2001

Silverado HD

Chevrolet

2007

Suburban

Chevrolet

2015

Tahoe

Dodge

1998

Ram

Dodge

2002

Ram

Dodge

2005

Ram

Ferrari

2015

California T

Ford

2019

F-150

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