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To Protect and Service
Sometimes a female cop's most lethal weapon is the one between her legs - especially if she keeps it well - oiled and neatly trimmed. Meredith, a lowly cop trying to make detective gets her chance when a prisoner turns up dead - and her captain is the most likely suspect. The road that leads to the truth can often be a sleazy one, and Meredith isn't afraid to use her weapon or get her uniform dirty if it means getting to the bottom of things - or things getting into her bottom, whichever comes first! Nope, crime doesn't pay and justice must be served, but that doesn't have a damn thing to do with the incredibly raunchy action that goes down when Meredith goes undercover - and only comes up for air! Just the facts, ma'am!
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Plot Summary
A veteran detective, haunted by a past case, is drawn into a dangerous investigation involving a string of high-profile murders. As he gets closer to the truth, he uncovers a conspiracy that reaches the highest levels of the city's elite. With his career and life on the line, he must confront his own demons while racing against time to stop the killer.
Critical Reception
While "To Protect and Service" aimed for a gritty crime thriller feel, it was met with a largely indifferent critical response. Reviewers noted competent direction and solid performances from its cast, particularly Joe Mantegna, but found the plot predictable and the execution lacking originality. Audiences seemed to share this sentiment, with the film failing to make a significant impact.
What Reviewers Say
Competent but uninspired crime procedural.
Features a strong performance from Joe Mantegna that elevates the material.
Lacks the suspense and originality to stand out in the genre.
Google audience: Audience reception for 'To Protect and Service' is not widely documented. Existing comments suggest a mixed to average viewing experience, with some appreciating the performances and action, while others found the storyline to be formulaic.
Fun Fact
The film was part of a wave of direct-to-video crime thrillers in the early 2000s, often featuring recognizable actors in supporting roles.
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