Bozeman Magazine

In his second film as star and director (The Merry Gentleman, 2008), the multi-faceted (and long-time Montanan) Michael Keaton exemplifies his bristly intelligence in modern-day noir film KNOX GOES AWAY. Diagnosed with a rapid form of dementia, hitman John Knox (Michael Keaton) attempts to make amends before his disease takes over. Aided by a trusted friend (Al Pacino) with his own shady past, Knox races against the police — and his own rapidly deteriorating mind — to save his estranged son (James Marsden) from a vengeance-fueled mistake and “cash out” before it’s too late. Also starring Marcia Gay Harden. Screenwriter: Gregory Poirier; Editor: Jessica Hernandez. Rated R. 1h 54m. “This is Keaton’s film to carry every step of the way, and he turns in a typically fine and layered performance as a man who might find relief in the loss of his memories, given all the dark acts he’s committed.” Richard Roeper, Chicago Sun-Times