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In The Electric Mist (2008)

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Reviews Counted:8

Fresh:5

Rotten:3

Average Rating:6.1/10

Rated: R [See Full Rating] for violence, language and brief sexuality/nudity.

Runtime: 1 hr 42 mins

Genre: Dramas

Theatrical Release:Feb 20, 2009 Limited

Synopsis: Academy Award winner Tommy Lee Jones leads an all-star cast in this psychological thriller based on the bestselling novel by James Lee Burke. While on an investigation into a series of grisly... Academy Award winner Tommy Lee Jones leads an all-star cast in this psychological thriller based on the bestselling novel by James Lee Burke.

While on an investigation into a series of grisly murders, veteran detective Dave Robicheaux (Jones) navigates his way through the Louisiana bayou and the dark, sultry world of New Orleans mobster "Baby Feet" Balboni (John Goodman). Layers of corruption and long-dead secrets reawaken grudges and a lethal alliance A tangled web of killings, past and present, converges in a shocking showdown with stakes that become deeply personal to Robicheaux and his family. Featuring music from five-time GRAMMY Award-winner Buddy Guy, this film takes you deep into Cajun country's hidden worlds. --© Image Entertainment [More]

Starring: Tommy Lee Jones, John Goodman, Peter Sarsgaard, Kelly MacDonald

Starring: Tommy Lee Jones, John Goodman, Peter Sarsgaard, Kelly MacDonald, Mary Steenburgen

Director: Bertrand Tavernier

Director: Bertrand Tavernier
Screenwriter: Jerzy Kromolowski, Mary Olson-Kromolowski
Studio: Image Entertainment, Inc.

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  • Academy Award winner Tommy Lee Jones leads an all-star cast in this psychological thriller based on the bestselling novel by James Lee Burke.
  • While on an investigation into a series of grisly murders, veteran detective Dave Robicheaux (Jones) navigates his way through the Louisiana bayou and the dark, sultry world of New Orleans mobster "Baby Feet" Balboni (John Goodman). Layers of corruption and long-dead secrets reawaken grudges and a lethal alliance A tangled web of killings, past and present, converges in a shocking showdown with stakes that become deeply personal to Robicheaux and his family. Featuring music from five-time GRAMMY Award-winner Buddy Guy, this film takes you deep into Cajun country's hidden worlds. *Best Supporting Actor: The Fugitive, 1993
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    Even the main plot itself turns out to be mostly a loss, largely forgotten by the time we wrap things up in the end.

    Full Review Source: Filmcritic.com | comment Comment
    03/07/09
    Christopher Null
    Christopher Null
    Filmcritic.com

    Tavernier captures the moody, misty Louisiana atmosphere and has a low-key, slow pace that fits the energy of the sticky South.

    Full Review Source: GreenCine | comment Comment
    07/30/09
    Craig Phillips
    Craig Phillips
    GreenCine

    An excellent thriller that shouldn't go overlooked by fans of the genre.

    Full Review Source: DVDTalk.com | comment Comment
    03/25/09
    David Cornelius
    David Cornelius
    DVDTalk.com

    The film's atmosphere is so potent and the characters so richly drawn that we can forgive a few odd connections and coincidences.

    Full Review Source: Combustible Celluloid | comment Comment
    03/13/09
    Jeffrey M. Anderson
    Jeffrey M. Anderson
    Combustible Celluloid

    It's a complex web of story in this film, but hardly hard to follow.

    Full Review Source: 7M Pictures | comment Comment
    03/06/09
    Kevin Carr
    Kevin Carr
    7M Pictures

    The whole gumbo lacks real zing.

    Full Review Source: Variety | comment Comment
    02/12/09
    Leslie Felperin
    Leslie Felperin
    Variety

    Even though the film meanders a bit, the skilful direction and camerawork combine with strong acting to create an engaging, insinuating thriller

    Full Review Source: Shadows on the Wall | comment Comment
    02/26/09
    Rich Cline
    Rich Cline
    Shadows on the Wall

    There are too many subplots going on to make it work other than as a mildly intriguing curiosity.

    Full Review Source: Boxoffice Magazine | comment Comment
    02/17/09
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