Thorne
Thorne is a television drama series which debuted on Sky1 in the UK on 10 October 2010. Based on Mark Billingham's novels, the six-episode serial stars David Morrissey in the title role of Detective Inspector Tom Thorne. Part one, Sleepyhead, follows Thorne, who, while investigating a series of attacks on young women, is dragged back into the nightmares of his past as he races to find a killer. Part two, Scaredycat, sees two women murdered within hours of one another near St Pancras station, but in different ways. When a connection is made with two other murders which occurred months before, but also on the same day, Thorne realises two serial killers may be in a macabre partnership.
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Plot Summary
Detective Chief Inspector Patrick Thorne is tasked with investigating a series of brutal murders that bear a striking resemblance to a notorious unsolved case from his past. As Thorne delves deeper into the present investigation, he is forced to confront the ghosts of his past and the unresolved trauma that continues to haunt him. The film follows Thorne as he races against time to catch the killer, battling his own demons and the skepticism of his colleagues.
Critical Reception
Thorne received mixed to positive reviews, with particular praise directed at David Morrissey's performance and the dark, atmospheric tone. Some critics found the plot convoluted, but many appreciated its complex character study and suspenseful narrative.
What Reviewers Say
- David Morrissey delivers a compelling performance as the haunted detective.
- The series is praised for its dark, atmospheric visuals and suspenseful plotting.
- Some viewers found the narrative intricate and occasionally difficult to follow.
Google audience: Audience reception for Thorne is not widely available through Google reviews, but critical commentary suggests it was generally seen as a solid, if sometimes complex, crime drama.
Fun Fact
The film is based on the novels by Mark Billingham, a celebrated British crime writer known for his DI Thorne series.
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