Paul Brennan (Jason Patric), un meccanico vedovo e padre di due figli, scopre che la figlia collegiale Beth (Gia Mantegna) non ha incassato il suo ultimo assegno. Preoccupato da ciò, decide di raggiungerla e scopre che della ragazza si sono perse le tracce a Las Vegas, l'ultimo posto al mondo in cui Paul vorrebbe recarsi. Giunto nella città del peccato, Paul sarà costretto a confrontarsi con il suo passato e con il gangster Omar (Bruce Willis), colui a cui nel 1993 uccise la figlia e sfregiò permanentemente il volto.
Cast Completo di The Prince - Tempo di uccidere
Bruce Willis
Omar
In the movie "The Prince," Bruce Willis delivers a nuanced performance as Omar, a retired mob enforcer with a mysterious past. Willis brings his signature gravitas to the role, portraying Omar as a man of few words but with a palpable intensity simmering beneath the surface. His character's calm exterior belies a ruthless efficiency and a deep-seated loyalty to his former criminal life, which is put to the test when his daughter is kidnapped. Willis's portrayal of Omar is a departure from his more iconic action hero roles, focusing instead on a more subdued, mature character that grapples with the consequences of his violent history. His interactions with the other characters, particularly those involving his estranged relationship with his daughter, add layers of complexity to the performance, showcasing Willis's ability to convey a wide range of emotions from stoic resolve to paternal affection. Despite the film's mixed reception, Willis's performance as Omar is a standout feature, providing a glimpse into the actor's versatility and his capacity to bring depth to a character that could have easily been one-dimensional in the hands of a less skilled performer.