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Ed McBain's 87th Precinct: Heatwave
It is a very hot summer in the city as the well known detectives of the 87th Precinct investigate serial rapes and a mysterious homicide (which do not appear to be connected). The women getting raped appear to be raped by a rapist who has raped them earlier and who was not caught. Detective Eileen Burke, who is working together with detectives Carella, Meyer and Brown, goes undercover and pretends to be one of the women who was raped earlier in order to lure out the rapist. Her boyfriend, Det. Kling, is not happy with her assignment.
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Plot Summary
In the sweltering heat of a New York summer, the 87th Precinct detectives are faced with a series of seemingly unrelated homicides. As the temperature rises, so does the body count, and the detectives must race against time to connect the dots before the city succumbs to a wave of violence.
Critical Reception
This made-for-television movie adaptation of Ed McBain's popular crime novel received a mixed reception. While some praised its atmospheric portrayal of a hot summer and the solid performances from its cast, others found the plot somewhat convoluted and the pacing uneven.
What Reviewers Say
Appreciated for its gritty depiction of urban heat and crime.
Criticized for a less-than-compelling narrative arc.
Performances by the lead actors were generally considered strong.
Google audience: Audience reviews for this film are scarce, making it difficult to gauge specific likes or dislikes.
Fun Fact
The film is part of a series of made-for-television movies based on Ed McBain's '87th Precinct' novels, though it is often overlooked compared to other adaptations.
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