I just thought I'd add that this movie is roughly based on the true story of "Mad Trapper" Albert Johnson. In 1932, Johnson got into a shootout with an RCMP who was investigating illegal trapping. The mountie returned 10 days later with reinforcements and there was another lengthy gun battle. The weeks-long tracking of Johnson over the Canadian wilderness drew world-wide attention and his eventual death in a final gunbattle led to the famous "the mounties always get their man" legend. The pursuit of Johnson also marked the first time an airplane was used in tracking. No one ever actually knew who the "mad trapper" really was or where he came from. He had over $2000 on him at his death -- a huge sum in those days. Where did he get it?
Only in rough outline does the movie bear resemblance to the true tale. Nonetheless, it's a decent effort for Bronson (whose performances improve as the amount of his dialog decreases). Lee Marvin is solid but not particularly impressive. Great scenery, though.
Only in rough outline does the movie bear resemblance to the true tale. Nonetheless, it's a decent effort for Bronson (whose performances improve as the amount of his dialog decreases). Lee Marvin is solid but not particularly impressive. Great scenery, though.