EvenHand
Set in a dirt-poor neighborhood in the fictional city of San Lovisa, Texas, EvenHand tells the story of two very different cops, working together for the first time. Rob Francis, recently divorced, finds the adjustment from his previous assignment in "Sleepytown" difficult. With his new partner, the volatile Ted Morning, he spends his days breaking up domestic disputes and attempting to make sense of a parade of lowlifes, firebugs and junkies. Morning is the original Texas cowboy, all muscle and bravado: arrest 'em first, ask questions later. The characters and events in EvenHand subtly intertwine until Francis and Morning must both face the consequences of their very different approaches to the job. Filmed on location in San Antonio, Texas, EvenHand is a police story, but it's not about car chases or shoot-outs. It's about two cops struggling to survive in a world where, without warning, numbing routine can give way to primal fear.
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Plot Summary
A small-town sheriff, struggling with his own demons, investigates a series of brutal murders that seem connected to a local biker gang. As the body count rises, he finds himself in a desperate race against time to uncover the truth before he becomes the next victim.
Critical Reception
EvenHand received mixed to negative reviews from critics. While some praised its gritty atmosphere and performances, many found the plot predictable and the execution lacking. Audiences were similarly divided, with some appreciating its dark tone and others criticizing its slow pacing and convoluted narrative.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its dark, atmospheric tone.
- Criticized for a predictable and somewhat convoluted plot.
- Performances were noted, but often overshadowed by script weaknesses.
Google audience: Audience reception for EvenHand is not widely documented. However, available discussions suggest a mixed reaction, with some viewers appreciating the film's grim atmosphere and crime elements, while others found it to be a forgettable thriller with pacing issues.
Fun Fact
The film was shot in and around Los Angeles, California, despite its small-town setting.
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