I have just recently viewed this movie and truly enjoyed it. This was a classic story of a hero and a villain headed towards a final showdown. Kevin Sorbo and AJ Buckley were superb in their respective roles of hero Nick and villain Harvey. I would recommend this for anyone who likes a good shootout-you'll get plenty of that,believe me! Although Nick & his father were somewhat estranged(and for good reason, from Nick's point of view)Nick wasted no time picking up where his dad left off. Enter FBI agent Kate Jensen,who offers her help in investigating his dad's death,if for no other reason that guilt for not listening to Charlie in the first place. That investigation leads to many shocking discoveries of cover ups and corruption. This movie will not disappoint you.

So, what I gotta say. There were three movies named "walking tall" back to the 70's, dedicated the cherished memory of Sheriff Buford Pusser, God bless his soul. Good old touching movies. And there was a re-make of Walking Tall in 2004, that one with some guy called "The Rock" playing main character (one of the worst movies I ever saw). So, after watching this movie of 2007 I have to say that it's a even a greater pity that movie with "The Rock" guy was ever created. Because only THIS one could be called as a worthy continuer of "Walking Tall" series. It has a genuine atmosphere, excellent colors, good acting and a lot of sincerity. It even has some traces of film-noir, and that is especially good. Honest and sincere movie about good and evil ones.

While I have witnessed many stirring performances in my time, the thespianic masterpiece from the bartender was truly worth $18.44 paid to Wal-Mart. His performance alone saved the entire film for me, who was that handsome devil? As far as the other actors go - Dell Johnson, the weather worn deputy was equally great in his role. As well, Mitch the barber, played by Brad Leland, was strong yet sympathetic. Both performances were powerful while remaining fresh and balanced. The overall look of the film was dark, saturated and very cinematic. The chase scene was also dynamic but it seemed like something might have been left out? Overall While Sorbo holds the film together, he can't quite match the powerhouse performance by that bartender!

I thought this follow-on to the Walking Tall series was well done. The movie was permeated by good actors doing a great job. As a boy I lived in Texas for about three years in a small town called Ozona, Texas and the movie all most took me back to those days to that small town where boys over 8 were trying a "chew" and the local dinner and barber shop made you feel like you were home. You know when I watch a movie I'm always looking for new talent that I have not seen before. The waitress (Krystal) did a wonderful job, but I've not seen her before and hope to see her again. She's obviously attractive, and this Yellow Rose did West Texas proud. In addition I'm so glad that Kevin ditched the 2x4 and came at his part in his own unique way. Great Job!!