This is a movie in the true tradition of film noir -- which someone who didn't write a dictionary once described as a movie where an ordinary guy indulges the weak side of his character, and hell opens up beneath his feet.

...a watchable yet surprisingly subdued endeavor...

An eye-catching cast and director Walter Hill’s typically muscular style help propel what’s ultimately a disappointing take on an interesting concept.

One can imagine the idea of starting over from scratch with a whole new identity while remaining true to your inner core is a concept that could resonate quite well with a filmmaker—especially one whose career has been as varied as Hill’s.