Drawing inspiration from films like “No Country for Old Men” and “Collateral,” director Nicholas Maggio crafts a rural noir debut with “Mob Land.” The narrative centers on Shelby, a family man turned reluctant participant in a heist orchestrated by his reckless brother-in-law. The heist’s failure introduces Clayton, a relentless mob enforcer akin to Anton Chigurh. Sheriff Bodie Davis, portrayed by John Travolta, adds weight as he navigates crime scenes with a world-weary yet perceptive demeanor. While the film borrows heavily, Maggio captures the despair of a town grappling with economic decline and addiction. Atmospheric tension and dedicated performances offset its derivative nature, delivering an engaging story. Visit myflixer to for more!
Summary: A sheriff tries to keep the peace when a desperate family man violently robs a pill mill with his brother-in-law, alerting an enforcer for the New Orleans mafia.
