: Tim must survive while being hunted by federal agents, drug cartels, and a vengeful biker gang. What Critics and Fans Say
: Tim escapes and is mistaken for the real Bobby Z by those in the drug lord’s inner circle, including Bobby’s former lover (Olivia Wilde) and a young boy believed to be Bobby's son.
: Reviewers from IMDb and Outlaw Vern praised the film's "fast action" and stunts, including a notable desert chase involving horses and motorcycles. KILL BOBBY Z - EIN DEAL UM LEBEN UND TOD
While the film is based on a novel by Don Winslow , its reception was mixed, ultimately leading to a direct-to-video release in the U.S..
The story follows Tim Kearney (Paul Walker), a former Marine and current prison inmate facing a life sentence. He is recruited by DEA agent Tad Gruzsa (Laurence Fishburne) for a dangerous mission: impersonate the recently deceased legendary drug lord, Bobby Z, in a hostage exchange with a Mexican cartel leader. : Tim must survive while being hunted by
: The exchange goes sideways when Gruzsa tries to kill Tim during the swap to tie up loose ends.
: Some viewers on Rotten Tomatoes and The Movie Database criticized the plot as "convoluted" or "nonsensical," specifically questioning why the Feds would train Tim so extensively if they planned to kill him immediately. Kill Bobby Z - Ein Deal um Leben und Tod - Filmdienst While the film is based on a novel
: Paul Walker is often credited with carrying the film, showcasing the action-star potential he was developing between Fast & Furious installments.