Identity
Identity is a British police procedural drama television series starring Aidan Gillen and Keeley Hawes, airing in the UK during July–August 2010. Concerning identity theft, the series was created and written by Ed Whitmore, a writer most noted for his work on the BBC's Waking The Dead and the acclaimed ITV mini-series He Kills Coppers. The remake rights have been sold to the ABC Network in America who are developing their own version of the show. ITV confirmed that the show had been cancelled on 19 October 2010, after a single series.
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Plot Summary
Ten strangers are stranded at a remote desert motel when a storm hits. As they check in one by one, they discover they are being targeted by a killer. The situation escalates as their pasts intertwine, leading to a shocking revelation about the true nature of their predicament.
Critical Reception
Identity received mixed reviews from critics, who praised its suspenseful atmosphere and twist ending, but criticized its convoluted plot and reliance on genre tropes. Audiences generally responded more positively, appreciating the film's tension and surprising conclusion.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its suspenseful setup and shocking twists.
- Criticized for a plot that becomes increasingly implausible.
- Admired for its ability to keep audiences guessing until the very end.
Google audience: Audience reviews indicate appreciation for the film's suspenseful nature and unexpected plot twists, though some found the premise to be a bit far-fetched. The climactic reveal was a common point of discussion and satisfaction for many.
Fun Fact
The film's ending twist was inspired by the concept of dissociative identity disorder and Agatha Christie's novel 'And Then There Were None'.
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