Tiger Warsaw

After a successful role in the hit film DIRTY DANCING, Patrick Swayze was thought to be one of the biggest stars in Hollywood, but when he took the lead role in TIGER WARSAW, it proved disasterous. This predictable tale of a former addict who tries to patch things up with his family does little to entertain anyone. The movie fails to make sense at times and Swayze's hunk appeal isn't there. A bit better than the dreary ROAD HOUSE, but still far from successful.

1 out of 5.

The interesting thing about Swayze is that he "did" this movie... more or less after Dirty Dancing. After the success of Dirty Dancing Swayze could've done anything - instead he decides to tell the simple and sad tale of one families personal tragic past.

A big career mistake? I don't think so, this is a fine movie and a fine vehicle for Swayze to explore his talent. In all fields this film has strength... the acting and cast are rock solid... the location work is fabulous and the story, although tame compared to todays standards still hits the target solidly. The only thing that shows through in parts is the budget is lacking. Swayze does well as the out casted son weaving his sentimental spell as the movie unfolds its mystery. The simple sense of futility and overwhelming sadness in this film is all due to Swayze acting his part so well.

Sure this is not a blockbuster - and on it's budget it wasn't supposed to be, but as entertainment value (which is what movies are all about) this is a fine piece of work. Watch it!

I have recently been watching Patrick Swayze's DVD's and Videos. I am very much into his acting. I think Tiger is really a very touching story about a son who created a lot of trouble for his family, he got rehabilitated and wanted to go back home and make up for his trouble he had caused. I cry when I watch this story. I think this has happened in a lot of families in the United States. I think Patrick Swayze is very good. Of course, I think he is good in everything I have seen him act in. In my estimation this is a very tear jerker. I would watch this anyday, and cry when I watch it. There very little violence in it and I give it a top rating. Of course, Patrick Swayze is number one in my book for everything so far I have seen.

A lot of people didn't enjoy this, but I did. It shows a real life situation that can & does happen in any Family. Hardly any sex, swearing, drug takihg & no violence. Give it a go & have a watch if you haven't seen it. Patrick has done a lot better but when he shows his sensitive side I think he is a much better actor.

I am biased towards this title -- I live in the town it was filmed in. In fact, my street was actually shown in it but, that aside, this movie is very weird. It is unlikely that the events that take place in it would ever happen. The people are just, basically going through the motions. The acting is not that great considering the fine actors that appear in it (i.e. Patrick Swayze, Piper Laurie, Mary McDonnell, Barbara Williams.) I suggest this film for it's location. Sharon, Pennsylvania is a typical steel town and the director, Amin Chaudri captured the rustic images quite well. In fact, many of the location shots seem to be done just to showcase the area. See this movie if you have nothing better to do.