While based on a true story, one that wasn't told from an overly-liberal viewpoint, there were too many aspects that failed.
First, Deirdre Lovejoy overacted her part as police chief Collins. Just not a good fit. As a matter of fact, overall there weren't many "strong" acting performances. Secondly, it was clear a mile away that Officer "Ricky" (Lovensky Jean-Baptiste) would be the one to crack the story. That made the rest of the entirely predictable. Lastly, the movie ended with too much hanging in the balance - you didn't see chief Collins brought to justice, the corruption wasn't rooted out and Wilson (Adian Quinn) never reconnects with his daughter.
All in all, it just wasn't satisfying. Too bad, there certainly was potential.
First, Deirdre Lovejoy overacted her part as police chief Collins. Just not a good fit. As a matter of fact, overall there weren't many "strong" acting performances. Secondly, it was clear a mile away that Officer "Ricky" (Lovensky Jean-Baptiste) would be the one to crack the story. That made the rest of the entirely predictable. Lastly, the movie ended with too much hanging in the balance - you didn't see chief Collins brought to justice, the corruption wasn't rooted out and Wilson (Adian Quinn) never reconnects with his daughter.
All in all, it just wasn't satisfying. Too bad, there certainly was potential.