Drama,Thriller,Comedy
United States of America
Dirty O'Neil is a 1974 action film directed by Leon Capetanos, starring a mustachioed and tough-talking actor, William Devane, as the eponymous police officer. The movie portrays a small California town where life seems idyllic, but that is about to change with the arrival of three hoodlums, lead by a sadistic thug called Bo (played by Logan Ramsey).
Dirty is a laid-back cop who spends most of his time sunbathing on his porch. However, when the gang begins causing havoc by stealing cars and harassing citizens, Dirty takes it upon himself to put things right. Unfortunately, even though Dirty is a tough guy, he doesn't have the expertise or the weaponry to deal with these dangerous criminals and their fierce leader.
Things heat up when the hoodlums rape a young woman who was driving down the highway. Dirty is now on a mission of vengeance and plans to bring the gang to justice, one way or another. He teams up with an experienced detective (played by Tracy Reed) and together they trace the gang to an abandoned oil refinery. What follows is a brutal showdown involving guns, fists, and explosions.
Dirty O'Neil is primarily an action film that showcases the rough exterior of small-town America. The movie has all the character traits of a 1970s exploitation film, with gritty action, memorable one-liners, and a resonating message: Never mess with a cop who's also a farmer with a badge!
