SunTrap
An undercover reporter and his former mentor join forces to solve mysteries on a Spanish island. Woody is forced to go on the run from the British authorities after being set up by his corrupt newspaper editor. Woody escapes to find the one man he can trust, his former mentor at the newspaper, Brutus. Now an expatriate living a quiet life running a bar on a Spanish island, Brutus is initially less than thrilled to see Woody. However, he soon realizes that he can profit by putting his trouble-making protege to work. Woody takes on a series of investigations on the island, running rings around the locals by using his astonishing ability to adopt a variety of guises at a moment's notice.
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Plot Summary
A British journalist travels to a fictional Mediterranean island to investigate the disappearance of a wealthy socialite. As she delves deeper, she uncovers a web of secrets, betrayals, and hidden motives among the island's elite inhabitants. The investigation becomes increasingly dangerous as she realizes she might be the next target.
Critical Reception
SunTrap received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding the plot convoluted and the characters underdeveloped. While some praised the atmosphere and performances of certain cast members, the overall consensus pointed to a lack of originality and an unsatisfying resolution.
What Reviewers Say
- The show struggled to maintain a consistent tone, shifting between thriller and melodrama without fully succeeding at either.
- Pacing issues and a predictable storyline were frequently cited as major drawbacks.
- Despite a promising premise, the execution failed to deliver a compelling mystery.
Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for SunTrap (2015) is not readily available to provide a specific summary of audience likes or dislikes.
Fun Fact
The series was filmed on location in Cyprus, which served as the fictional Mediterranean island setting.
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