Ice Blues: A Donald Strachey Mystery
Ice Blues: A Donald Strachey Mystery

Ice Blues: A Donald Strachey Mystery

2008Movie85 minEnglish

America's favorite gay private investigator, Donald Strachey, takes on the most complicated case of his career. After his long-time partner, Tim, asks him to uncover the source of an anonymous and generous donation to the Albany youth center, he gets caught in a whirlwind of deceit and danger.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Ron OliverGenres: Mystery, Crime, Drama

Plot Summary

In the frigid landscape of Albany, New York, private investigator Donald Strachey is hired by a wealthy businessman to investigate his wife's alleged affair. As Strachey delves deeper, he uncovers a complex web of deceit, blackmail, and murder that extends far beyond a simple marital indiscretion. The case forces Strachey to confront his own past while navigating the dangerous undercurrents of the city's elite.

Critical Reception

The film received a mixed to positive reception, praised for its engaging mystery and the performances of its lead actors, particularly Chad Lowe. Some critics found the plot to be somewhat predictable, while others appreciated its straightforward approach to the detective genre and its handling of mature themes.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for Chad Lowe's compelling portrayal of Donald Strachey.
  • The mystery elements were generally seen as solid, though not groundbreaking.
  • Some found the pacing to be a bit slow at times.

Google audience: Audience reviews are limited, but those available often highlight the strength of the lead performance and the enjoyable mystery narrative.

Fun Fact

The film is based on the novels by Richard North Patterson, featuring the character of Donald Strachey.

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Chad Allen brings a little charm to this, certainly the best of the pretty mediocre four film adaptations of the "Donald Strachey" PI investigations. This one sees him investigate when boyfriend "Tim" (Sebastian Spence) finds himself embroi...