Jackie Brown, a film by Quentin Tarantino, is based on Elmore Leonard’s Rum Punch. It features a strong ensemble cast, including Pam Grier, Samuel L. Jackson, and Robert De Niro. The story revolves around arms dealer Ordell Robbie, who teams up with his old buddy Louis Gara.
ATF agent Ray Nicolette and cop Mark Dargus bust stewardess Jackie Brown for smuggling money for Ordell. After being sprung by Ordell, Jackie forms a romantic connection with bail bondsman Max Cherry.
Tarantino proudly stated that the film’s budget was only $12 million, believing it to be a sure win without compromise. The movie received an MPAA rating of R and is categorized as an action, adventure, drama, thriller genre.
