Edge of Darkness
Edge of Darkness

Edge of Darkness

2010Movie117 minEnglish

As a seasoned homicide detective, Thomas Craven has seen the bleakest side of humanity. But nothing prepares him for the toughest investigation of his life: the search for his only daughter Emma's killer. Now, he is on a personal mission to uncover the disturbing secrets surrounding her murder, including corporate corruption, government collusion and Emma's own mysterious life.

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IMDb6.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes26%
Metacritic54/100
Google Users59%
Director: Martin CampbellGenres: Action, Crime, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A homicide detective investigates the murder of his activist daughter, uncovering a conspiracy that spans government and corporate interests. As he delves deeper, he finds himself drawn into a dangerous world of corporate espionage and political intrigue. His relentless pursuit of justice puts him in direct conflict with powerful forces who will stop at nothing to protect their secrets.

Critical Reception

Edge of Darkness received mixed reviews from critics and audiences. While Mel Gibson's performance was generally praised, many found the plot to be convoluted and predictable, failing to live up to the promise of its premise. The film was also criticized for its dark and gritty tone, which some felt was overly bleak.

What Reviewers Say

  • Mel Gibson delivers a solid, albeit weary, performance as a grieving detective.
  • The film suffers from a muddled and uninspired plot that hinders its potential.
  • Visually, the movie is competently directed, but the narrative lacks a compelling edge.

Google audience: Audiences were divided on Edge of Darkness. Many appreciated Mel Gibson's return to an action-thriller role and found the conspiracy elements engaging. However, a significant portion of viewers felt the plot was too complex, the pacing was uneven, and the ending was unsatisfying.

Fun Fact

The film is a remake of a 1985 BBC television series of the same name, also directed by Martin Campbell, which starred Bob Peck as the detective.

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jw

jw

**mixed bag.** We've seen many movies with the same premise: man seeking revenge for his loved one/child. This could've been an rare exception sticking out of the plot repetition, but it fails in other aspects. The good bits: * ...