The Onion Field (1979)
That happened in the onion field is true. But the real crime is what happened after.
Starring John Savage, James Woods, Franklyn Seales
Directed by Harold Becker
Greg Powell, a disturbed ex-con, recruits Jimmy Youngblood (Smith) a petty thief, as partner in crime. Powell panics when they two of are pulled over by two cops for tail lights. Powell decides to kidnap the cops and Smith goes along with his crazy scheme. They drive out to a deserted onion field in Bakersfield, where one cop is killed and the other escapes. The film explores the consequences.
Runtime: 122 min.
Rating: 6.2
DVD
Languages: English
Countries: United States of America
Genres: Crime,Drama
Keywords: cop-killer,based on a true story,police officer killed,capital punishment,in the closet
Cast
Karl Hettinger
Gregory Powell
Jimmy 'Youngblood' Smith
Ian Campbell
Pierce Brooks
Phil Halpin
Jailhouse Lawyer
Helen Hettinger
Chrissie Campbell
Greg's Woman
Beat Cop
Emmanuel McFadden
Glenn Bates
Billy
Jimmy's Lawyer #2
Mrs. Powell
Mr. Powell
Nana
LAPD Captain
Young Con