The Shepherd Soundtrack (

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Rating: 5.50/10 from 7400 votes
Alternate Names:
Title in Español:

El patrullero: Patrulla fronteriza
Title in Italiano:

The Shepherd - Pattuglia di confine
Title in Português:

Fronteira Explosiva
Title in Français:

Trafic mortel
Title in Türk:

L'empreinte de la vengeance
Title in Deutsch:

The Shepherd

Synopsis

Former New Orleans cop Jack Robideaux (Jean-Claude Van Damme) has just arrived with his pet rabbit in Columbus, New Mexico to take a job with the border patrol, working for Captain Ramona Garcia (Natalie Robb).

At the moment, the border patrol is up against a highly dangerous drug smuggling operation in which the smugglers are funneling illegal aliens and bricks of heroin through the porous defenses of the Mexico/U.S. border, and randomly outfitting migrants with C4 so any border patrol agent who interferes will get blown up.

As it turns out, the smugglers are a rogue special forces unit led by Benjamin Meyers (Stephen Lord) and his right-hand man Karp (Scott Adkins), who have taken over all of the smuggling operations in the area by killing major drug kingpins Felix Nestor (Daniel Perrone) and Benito Ortiz (Luis Algar).

Jack and his partner Billy Pawnell (Gary McDonald) have their work cut out for them in trying to bring down Meyers and his operation, and after a chase after a bus that's smuggling drugs, Jack gets kidnapped by some corrupt Mexican cops who are working for Meyers.

Once Jack is taken from a Mexican jail to Meyers's compound, it turns out that Billy is working for Meyers, and that Meyers and Billy have also kidnapped Ramona and Ramona's uncle Emile (Dan Davies).

Meyers kills Emile by throwing him into a pool of water that is electrically charged by wires going into it.

It turns out that Jack has a personal reason for going after Meyers -- Meyers's drugs killed Jack's daughter Kassie (Bianca Van Varenberg) about three months ago, and Kassie was barely 16-years-old. Jack's pet rabbit was Kassie's rabbit, and he carries it around in memory of Kassie.

Billy takes Jack and Ramona to a room where they free themselves and kill Billy. Ramona calls for help from Mexican police, and she and Jack start killing Meyers's men. Jack is confronted by Karp, who is a martial arts expert.

They fight, and Jack kills Karp. And that's when Meyers confronts Jack. Meyers shoots Jack, and then Jack throws an explosive toward Meyers and detonates it, killing Meyers.

Later, Ramona advises Jack to go back to New Orleans and be with his wife.

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User reviews

Deborah Turner
5/10

The soundtrack of The Shepherd effectively captures the tense and suspenseful atmosphere of the border patrol operations, enhancing the action sequences with adrenaline-pumping music.

Richard Wright
6/10

The use of music to underscore the emotional depth of Jack's personal vendetta against Meyers adds a poignant layer to the storyline, making the audience empathize with his tragic loss.

Timothy Lewis
7/10

The use of atmospheric and dramatic musical cues in The Shepherd adds depth to the emotional moments, making the characters' motivations and struggles more palpable and engaging.

Lisa King
10/10

Each track in the soundtrack sets the mood and builds the tension effectively, making every scene more engaging and thrilling. The combination of orchestral pieces and electronic beats create a dynamic listening experience that complements the on-screen action seamlessly.

James Robinson
7/10

The Shepherd's soundtrack perfectly captures the intensity and suspense of the film's action sequences, enhancing the overall viewing experience.

David Clark
9/10

The emotional depth portrayed in the music during Jack's personal quest for justice adds an extra layer of connection to the character and his motivations. The soundtrack succeeds in bringing out the raw emotions and struggles of the characters, making their journey more impactful and memorable.

Charles Thomas
6/10

Overall, the soundtrack of The Shepherd succeeds in enhancing the viewing experience, creating a cohesive sonic backdrop that supports the film's themes and character developments effectively.

James Carter
6/10

While the soundtrack effectively complements the film's narrative, some tracks may feel generic and lack a distinct identity, blending into the background without leaving a lasting impression.

Margaret Hill
5/10

The soundtrack's ability to shift seamlessly between high-energy tracks for the action scenes and more somber melodies for the emotional moments showcases its versatility and adaptability to different moods.

Betty Nelson
5/10

The use of sound effects intertwined with the music enhances the immersive experience, particularly during the explosive sequences where every beat and note synchronize with the on-screen action.

Kimberly Baker
7/10

The soundtrack of The Shepherd effectively sets the tone for the film's gritty and adrenaline-fueled narrative, immersing the audience in the dangerous world of drug smuggling and border patrol operations.

Robert Turner
10/10

The soundtrack of The Shepherd truly enhances the intensity and action-packed scenes of the movie. The music perfectly captures the adrenaline-fueled moments of the border patrol's mission to take down a dangerous drug smuggling operation.

Ronald Thompson
6/10

The music during the fight scenes, especially the final confrontation between Jack and Meyers, intensifies the on-screen drama and elevates the impact of the climactic moments.

Karen Wright
1/10

The soundtrack of The Shepherd did not enhance the overall viewing experience for me. I found it to be generic and uninspired, lacking memorable themes or emotional depth.

Timothy Robinson
1/10

Additionally, the music choices often felt out of place and disconnected from the action on screen, failing to effectively build tension or enhance the dramatic moments in the film. The lack of cohesion between the soundtrack and the story detracted from my immersion in the movie.

Brian Roberts
5/10

The incorporation of Mexican-inspired melodies and rhythms in certain tracks helps to establish the setting and brings authenticity to the film's portrayal of the border region.