Tightrope
Tightrope
Wes Block (Clint Eastwood) is a detective who's put on the case of a serial killer whose victims are young and pretty women, that he rapes and murders. The killings are getting personal when the killer chooses victims who are acquaintances of Block. Even his daughters are threatened.
Matthias_812 reviewedApril 2, 2025
Post-50's Clint Eastwood sole horror film, stepping into darker territory with Tightrope, a neo-noir thriller that combines psychological complexity with the grit of a police procedural. It's a toned down Dirty Harry. One of Eastwood’s most vulnerable and human characters, a departure from his traditional stoic personas. He's not a badass here.
While Tightrope succeeds as a thriller, its pacing can feel uneven, with moments of introspection occasionally slowing the momentum. Despite that, Tightrope is a unique entry in Eastwood’s filmography, showcasing his willingness to tackle challenging roles and themes.