Solace
Director: Afonso Poyart
Actors: Anthony Hopkins, Jeffrey Dean Morgan, Abbie Cornish
PlotA seasoned FBI agent and his ambitious partner are embroiled in an intricate investigation into a series of bizarre murders. Each crime scene lacks clues and motives, leading the agents into a frustrating maze of dead ends. Desperate for a breakthrough, they turn to an unlikely ally: a retired civilian analyst with an extraordinary gift. This recluse possesses psychic abilities, enabling him to see the unseen and know the unknowable. Initially hesitant, he joins the search for the elusive murderer, drawn in by the complexity of the case and the darkness it reveals about human nature.
As they delve deeper into the investigation, the psychic's visions grow increasingly vivid, revealing unsettling details about the victims and their deaths. His insights provide the team with a unique perspective, challenging their assumptions and forcing them to rethink their strategies. However, the closer they get to understanding the killer's motives and methods, the more they realize that this is no ordinary case. The killer is not just one step ahead but is executing a plan far more sinister than anyone could have imagined. The team must navigate a web of deceit and intuition to stop the killer, but the psychic's involvement becomes a double-edged sword, blurring the lines between justice and morality.
Writers: Sean Bailey, Ted Griffin
Release Date: 16 Dec 2016
Runtime: 101 min
Rating: R
Country: United States
Language: English
Home Video Reviews
'Solace' intrigues with its unique angle and technical strength, yet fumbles in cohesion and excess style.
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