Steven Barr made his mark in the 1988 film B.O.R.N., where he plays a significant role that captures the essence of exploitation cinema. This film delves into the gritty realities of its characters, and Barr's performance adds depth to the narrative. Though his filmography may be limited, his contribution to B.O.R.N. resonates within the cult film community, showcasing the raw and unfiltered storytelling that defines this genre. Barr's work exemplifies the unique charm of 1980s grindhouse cinema.
B.O.R.N.
Following in the footsteps of Michael Crichton's adaptation of Robin Cook's Coma, B.O.R.N. deals with the macabre concept of black market organs. The film opens with an idyllic scene of a young couple on the beach--the first and last pleasant moment of the entire movie. The girl suddenly drops into the ocean, is rushed to the hospital, and faces certain death unless she receives an immediate heart transplant. When the girl's family agrees to supply a few hundred thousand dollars for a healthy heart, a group of thugs in a phony ambulance go hunting for a suitable "donor." Featuring lots of gratuitous blood and guts, and some disturbing offbeat scenes, B.O.R.N. is even less pleasant than the subject matter suggests it might be.
