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Created Nov 21, 2009 08:16AM PST • Edited Nov 21, 2009 08:16AM PST

1. Quality

2. Summary

   Very Good 3.5

   A consistently entertaining crime/thriller set in a small and cold New England town, with the ever favorite made-for-TV crime-fighter: Tom Sellek. And yes, although this movie’s made-for-TV feel is apparent, it delivers a good old fashioned crime story using interesting characters, a tried and true style and some interesting twists that will please any fan of the genre.

4. Acting

   Very Good 3.5

   I’ve always liked Tom Sellek. He does the straight-shooter shtick really well every time. The hard-drinking, honest work ethic, and ever-present women in his life are presented in a realistic way; a way that lets you believe that it could be you. As a result, you quickly think of him as a friend and root for the good guy the whole way through.

5. Male Stars Great 4.0

6. Female Stars Very Good 3.5

7. Female Costars Very Good 3.5

8. Male Costars Very Good 3.5

10. Film

    Very Good 3.5

    The film lets you get to know the killer right away. When you can rely on a great detective story, coupled with interesting personalities – this strategy works well. No need to rely on a shroud of mystery to keep the audience interested. A stark and cold setting as a backdrop was a subtle way to keep you on edge.

11. Direction Very Good 3.5

12. Play Very Good 3.5

13. Music Very Good 3.5

14. Visuals Very Good 3.5
15. Content

16. Edge

    Tame 1.5

    The movie is about murders, but even they are presented in a tame way. Some obvious sexual references and scenes — but just enough to get your pulse up a little.

17. Sex Innocent 1.5

18. Violence Gentle 1.5

19. Rudeness Polite 1.5

21. Reality

    Glib 1.8

22. Circumstantial Glib 1.8

23. Biological Glib 1.8

24. Physical Glib 1.8