Film Bullitt (1968)

In 1968, the crime novel Mute Witness by Robert L. Pike was adapted into the film “Bullitt,” directed by Peter Yates. Steve McQueen portrays tough detective Frank Bullitt. Assigned to protect mafia informant Johnny Ross, the plot unfolds as hitmen ambush Ross, sparking Bullitt’s solo investigation. Senator Chalmers obstructs Bullitt’s quest for justice. The film is classified as PG and encompasses genres like action, adventure, romance, drama, crime, and thriller.