Title: Ho-hum, implausible
Product review: I haven't read the book, but I think the movie has a rather weak story. As the murder mystery unfolds, the plot seemed more of contrivance and lurid sensationalism than an actually clever answer. Also, the movie is clumsily (to the point of being irritatingly obvious) put together, putting in cliches and stock devices to substitute for real ingenuity.Travolta's charisma keeps you watching. But, I got the constant feeling that he's trying damn hard to carry this film by himself. Everybody else doesn't seem to have much else to work with or do in this movie.It has its moments, particularly the first confrontation between Woods/Travolta which is quite tasty. It won't bore you, and you'll probably want to watch it through. But, aftewards, you'll be like, ehhh. . . .
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