*** - While it looked at first like it was going to be another in a long line of by-the-numbers-curmudgeonly-yet-loving-tough-guy-who-has-family-member-brutally-murdered-and-goes-on-kill-crazy-rampage type of flick, “Edge of Darkness” actually turned out to be more of a conspiracy theory thriller movie. The break from the norm in this crowded genre was refreshing, and although the outcome was never really in doubt at any point, it was actually relatively enjoyable to watch. The only real stumbling blocks were Mel Gibson’s awkward attempt to take on a New England accent and the extremely cheesy ending. Otherwise, there was enough mystery and action to make it worth watching, although I can’t imagine it having any sort of replay value.
Edge of Darkness
*** - While it looked at first like it was going to be another in a long line of by-the-numbers-curmudgeonly-yet-loving-tough-guy-who-has-family-member-brutally-murdered-and-goes-on-kill-crazy-rampage type of flick, “Edge of Darkness” actually turned out to be more of a conspiracy theory thriller movie. The break from the norm in this crowded genre was refreshing, and although the outcome was never really in doubt at any point, it was actually relatively enjoyable to watch. The only real stumbling blocks were Mel Gibson’s awkward attempt to take on a New England accent and the extremely cheesy ending. Otherwise, there was enough mystery and action to make it worth watching, although I can’t imagine it having any sort of replay value.
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