Set in the South Bronx, the 41st Police Precinct goes by the nickname of "Fort Apache" because the police feel like they are in a fort in hostile territory. The story revolves around two police officers, "Murphy" (Paul Newman) and his partner "Corelli" (Ken Wahl) as they patrol the area from day to day. At the same time, a new police commander named "Connolly" arrives from headquarters to take over the precinct. Unfortunately, rather than listen to anybody at the precinct he decides to make decisions that have disastrous consequences for everyone. At any rate, rather than divulge the entire story I would just like to add that this film captures the despair and dismal atmosphere that people in places like the South Bronx have to live in. Illegal drugs, prostitution and violent crime are everywhere. And while this may sound depressing to watch, this movie is still interesting in its own right. Paul Newman performs in an excellent manner as does Rachel Ticotin as the nurse named "Isabella" who works at the local hospital. And be sure to keep an eye out for the prostitute named "Charlotte" (Pam Grier) as she definitely adds her own brand of drama to this volatile environment.
Review of Fort Apache the Bronx
