Kevin Gage in Point Blank

Release 1998 Runtime 90 min MCAA Rating R for pervasive violence, sexuality, drug use and language. Web Sites IMDb From Amazon:  US DVD  US VHS We use & recommend Netflix.com DVD Rentals No late fees, free shipping.

Point Blank Cast and Crew

Kevin Gage: Joe Ray

Other leading roles:
Werner Schreyer as Billy
Michael Wright as Sonny
Danny Trejo as Wallace
Mickey Rourke as Rudy Ray
Paul Ben-Victor as Howard

Director: Matt Earl Beesley
Writer(s): Jim Bannon, Chuck Konzelman, Daniel Raskov, Cary Solomon
Based on: story by Chuck Konzelman, Daniel Raskov, Cary Solomon

Point Blank Synopsis

Death row inmate Joe Ray (Kevin Gage) is among a group of dangerous prisoners being transported by bus, when they are "liberated" by a heavily-armed attack squad. The prisoners shoot up a shopping mall and take hostages. Joe's ex-commando brother, Rudy (Mickey Rourke) hears about the standoff and sneaks his way into the mall with his weapons and ninja techniques to free the hostages and rescue his wayward brother.

Point Blank Brief Review

Warning: Point Blank is obscenely violent in places, not recommended for the squeamish. In addition to the carnage to be expected during gun battles, one of the prisoners (Wallace, played by Danny Trejo) takes an obvious pleasure in killing and otherwise terrorizing the mall civilians.

While Wallace is the "very bad bad guy," Kevin Gage's Joe Ray plays the leader of the "not so bad bad guys." Though a convicted murderer, he displays no taste for unnecessary violence and tries to keep the body count to a minimum. If you are looking for lots of footage of Kevin looking good with long hair and solidly muscled bare arms carrying large deadly weapons, look no further.

Near the end of the movie, after Joe Ray has been wounded, the pathos and sweet music were too much to bear. The acting was fine, but the music and atmosphere were so contrary to the rest of the film. I confess I was laughing so hard I had tears running down my cheeks.

Bottom line: if you're looking for senseless violence, or can overlook it in your desire to see Kevin, Point Blank is worth a rental.

Point Blank Articles & Interviews

Point Blank - Mickey Rourke Online
Character synopsis of Mickey Rourke's "Rudy Ray" in Point Blank. "Rourke keeps your attention. He comes complete with bulging biceps, perfect tan and intimidating persona," says reviewer Diane Taylor. She encapsulates the movie, ending, "When it's all over, all Rudy Ray wants to do is let down his guard and mourn." Three clips, two of Kevin's death scene.

Review: Point Blank - The Unknown Movies
Reviewer Keith Bailey seems to think that Mickey Rourke is the star of Point Blank, and he just loves to hate his work. Strangely enough, though he loves this film, saying, "Not since Death Wish 3 have I seen such an entertaining and over the top bubbleheaded action flick." Interesting and detailed review, but unfortunately Kevin Gage is barely mentioned.

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Point Blank Reviews & Other Resources

DVD Cult: Point Blank DVD Review - The reviewer considers Point Blank a candidate for cult status, calling it "a tongue-in-cheek send up of big-budget Hollywood action movies." They detail some of the scenes that offer "violence and unintentional laughter" and give the DVD a thumbs up for audio and video quality.

Movies in the Attic: Point Blank - Discusses Point Blank from the perspective of Mickey Rourke's career, describing it as "a movie which action is delivered no matter how stupid."

Netflix: Point Blank - From Netflix, a description and reviews for Point Blank.

Outnow.ch: Point Blank - Review of Point Blank in German. All we can say is that they rate the film a 1.4 and the DVD a 1.5, both on a scale of 1 to 6. Click on "Die Bilder" to see a nice collection of images from the film. (Note: this Swiss film site features great high-res photo galleries for many films.)

Rogers Video: Point Blank - View movie trailer in streaming Real Media or Windows Media formats. Rental information for Canada.

The Bad-Boy Mickey Rourke Web Site - Well-designed fan site highlights the ups and downs of Rourke's career. Point Blank does not seem to be a highlight. *grin* Photographs, biography, quotes and articles.

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Point Blank Video Clips

pb-08: What are you doing?  «23-Dec-04» - Joe Ray (Kevin Gage) asks Wallace, "What the f*ck are you guys doing down there?" As he realizes what Wallace is doing, he grimaces and tells him, "Put your d*ck in your pants."
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pb-09: Babysittin' career  «22-Oct-06» - As Rudy Ray (Mickey Rourke) listens from his hiding place, an irritated Joe Ray (Kevin Gage) chews out the other escapees: "Alright, enough with the blow jobs! I didn't bust myself out of the penitentiary to start a babysittin' career with you guys. Come on, Wallace! Why don't you try and take it easy on these people."
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pb-14: Done playing  «23-Dec-04» - Joe Ray (Kevin Gage) smashes the guard's nose, then tells Howard (Paul Ben-Victor) that his patience has run out. "I'm done playing with you, Howard. You've got an hour."
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pb-18: Brothers meet  «23-Dec-04» - Escaped convict Joe Ray (Kevin Gage) and his ex-Ranger brother Rudy (Mickey Rourke) come upon each other in the mall. "Missed you, bro," Joe says, then complains to Rudy. "You're wasting all my guys."
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pb-21: Go home  «23-Dec-04» - Rudy Ray (Mickey Rourke) tells Joe (Kevin Gage), "I can get you out of here, bro." Seeming to fight back tears, Joe tells Rudy to "go home."
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pb-34: Wounded  «23-Dec-04» - Joe Ray (Kevin Gage) has been shot, and struggles down a tunnel trying to escape from the mall. Until now this has been an action movie, with martial music. Suddenly the music becomes poignant, a lá Love Story, and we are treated to a closeup of Kevin's sweet face. Awww. It was enough to bring your webmasters to tears...of laughter. Probably not the desired effect. Blame the director, not Kevin.
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pb-38: Shoulda stayed on the bus  «23-Dec-04» - Joe Ray (Kevin Gage) has collapsed in the tunnel, and his brother Rudy (Mickey Rourke) is holding him in his arms, checking his wounds. "Hey, Rude," Joe says with chagrin. "I shoulda stayed on the bus, huh."
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pb-40: Medicinal marijuana  «23-Dec-04» - As Joe Ray (Kevin Gage) lies dying in the arms of his brother Rudy (Mickey Rourke), he tells Rudy, "I'd sure like to smoke a joint." Turns out Rudy has one that he got from Joe's glove compartment. A long toke seems to ease Joe's pain.
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pb-42: Ain't feelin' too hot  «23-Dec-04» - Joe Ray (Kevin Gage), dying in the arms of his brother Rudy (Mickey Rourke), tells him, "I ain't feelin' too hot, Rude." Rough tough Rudy tells his brother he loves him and they break up a bit. Awww. I love this clip.
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pb-44: Farewell  «23-Dec-04» - Joe Ray (Kevin Gage) tells his brother Rudy (Mickey Rourke) one last time, "I love you, bro," before dying in his arms.
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pb-46f: Extended dying scene  «22-Oct-06» - If you just can't get enough of those tough guys Joe Ray (Kevin Gage) and his brother Rudy (Mickey Rourke) crying in each others' arms, here is a longer clip that includes #s 38, 40, 42 and 44 along with some glue and additional footage at the end.
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Photos: Kevin Gage in Point Blank

Screen captures of Kevin Gage as "Joe Ray" in Point Blank.

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