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Edge of Darkness
2010 117 min United Kingdom, United States of America R 18+
★6.4
Crime, Drama, Mystery, Thriller
Director: Martin Campbell
🎭 Based on
«Edge of Darkness»
Trailers
Description
As a seasoned homicide detective, Thomas Craven has seen the bleakest side of humanity. But nothing prepares him for the toughest investigation of his life: the search for his only daughter Emma's killer. Now, he is on a personal mission to uncover the disturbing secrets surrounding her murder, including corporate corruption, government collusion and Emma's own mysterious life.
Budget:
$80M
US Gross:
$43.31M
Worldwide:
$81.13M
Starring
Mel Gibson
Actor
Ray Winstone
Actor
Danny Huston
Actor
Awards
1 nomination total
Key opinion
Edge of Darkness is a polarizing thriller that largely hinges on audience expectations of Mel Gibson's performance and the film's genre identity. While supporters praise the grounded, classic detective tone and the emotional weight of Gibson’s portrayal, critics frequently cite a clichéd script, underdeveloped plot elements, and an uneven pace.
| Acting | Mel Gibson delivers a grounded, compelling performance that serves as the film's emotional and narrative anchor. | |
| Originality | The film is consistently described as a classic, 90s-style detective thriller that prioritizes investigative pacing over high-octane action sequences. | |
| Screenplay | Opinions on the screenplay are divided: some find the political conspiracy and investigative layers satisfying and thoughtful, while others dismiss the dialogue as clichéd and the plot devices as tiresome or forced. | |
| Pacing | The film's pacing is a subject of significant disagreement; some viewers appreciate the contemplative, tension-filled build-up, while others find the experience sluggish and lacking in momentum. | |
| Ending | While many viewers find the tragic ending poignant and emotionally impactful, others criticize the overarching plot as being derivative of better genre entries. |