The Line

2009·Movie
1h 35min·R
54
MediocreGoodWatch score

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High energy, light on feelings.

Energy

Thrilling and fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Adrenaline8
  • Fast Pace8
  • Violence8

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Pathos6
  • Melancholy5
  • Romance4

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor4
  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Physical Comedy2

World

Everyday modern life and crime

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue8
  • Acting7
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

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About

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The story centers around veteran assassin Mark Shields as he tracks down, Pelon, the elusive head of the Salazar Crime Cartel. Through twists of fate, Shields ends up with a local woman, Olivia who is also fighting her own demons for the sake of her daughter. Set in the rich and atmospheric backdrop of Tijuana, Mexico, La Linea (The Line) is full of action and drama.
Crime ThrillerMexican CartelAssassinationTijuana SettingAction & DramaMoral AmbiguityRedemption ArcComplex Characters

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Sequels and Prequels

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Where can I stream The Line legally?

The Line is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Pluto TV, Plex, and Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Line worth watching?

54
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 55/100 (IMDb 5.1 and Metacritic 60). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Line rated?

RViolenceStrong languageDrug use

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence, strong language, and drug use.

How long is The Line?

1 h 35 min

The Line runs 1 h 35 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Line?

Critics60
Audiences51

Not quite. Critics rate The Line higher (60) than audiences (51). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is The Line in?

EnglishSpanish

It was made in English, with some Spanish. Produced in United States, Mexico.

In how many countries can I watch The Line?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Line in 32 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Line use?

A Father to His MenCannot Spit It OutCode NameCreepy SouvenirCunning LinguistLove TriangleThe Hero DiesThe MoleParental Abandonment"The Reason You Suck" SpeechPeriod PieceWinter Warfare

TV Tropes lists 12 storytelling tropes for The Line, including A Father to His Men, Cannot Spit It Out, Code Name.

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