Deepwater
"A thriller with a twist that carves out unique territory" - Variety
Just released from the hospital and flat broke, Nat Banyon, a young, orphaned drifter, sets out in pursuit of a job. Along the way, he comes across a car accident and saves the life of the driver, an eccentric older man named Herman Finch.
Finch is the owner of an old rundown motel in the town of Deepwater and offers Nat some work. But Nat is being unknowingly lured into a world where nothing is as it seems. What follows is a twisted tale of manipulation, adultery, and murder.
Member Reviews
A thriller, suspense story that needs to be seen to be appreciated - Porkchop
Deepwater (2005) is a thriller, keeping viewers guessing until when
the story is well underway, with plenty of suspense and action.
The study of human rapport in an environment of limited
information, mystery, and where a frank and open discussion of day
to day dealings is prohibited is the core. It is also coupled with
a newcomer and various parties each coming up with their best
guesses on the underlying motives and on what is truely happening.
Mia Maestro's character, is remarkable and speaks volumes from her
visual impact, natural feel, rapport built and presence with the
other characters, turning them real.
Peter Coyote, as Finch does a wonderful job as a veteran mobster
who is a key figure in the underlying operations of a casino on an
Native reserve, collecting illegal debts, receiving payoffs,
loansharking to local honest businesses, skimming profits for top
bosses, and more. His influence with the local Sherrif is decisive
in terms of who is detained or not, as well.
Next, this film projects a strong sentiment of isolation. It stems
from the very isolated community featured, but also from the
"hazing" (also seen in military bootcamps) felt.
Black's character is then given a valuable opportunity to
demonstrate his work ethic, ability to learn, to take in stride
various challenges.
Naturally, the youth tries his hand at deciphering how deep and
significant are Maestro's flings with him, considering that he has
to deal with her official story or something else.
The outcome of the story needs to be seen to be appreciated.
Finally, the film is not wide-screen, and lacks subtitles. However,
footage quality is valuable, notably the moments chosen in filming
the action, the relaxed atmosphere, the hint at cliques, clans, and
everyone having to learn their role and limitations in that area
and managing those relationships, and the outdoor settSnooze.... - KW--
I thought this movie was really hard to follow and to understand. Some parts of the movie had nothing to do with each other - no relevance. I rated this one for the big fat BORING it truly was. Don't waste your time on this one unless you need a sleeping pill.I really enjoyed this movie - Kamscats
When it started I thought it was a run of the mill, good boy vs the bad people style of movie. I was in for a surprise or two.
This is a movie that you can sit back and enjoy the strangeness of the townsfolk and watch the hero find himself in a predicament. How he unravels it is quite different from the run of the mill formula movies out there.
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A thriller, suspense story that needs to be seen to be appreciated - Porkchop
Deepwater (2005) is a thriller, keeping viewers guessing until when
the story is well underway, with plenty of suspense and action.
The study of human rapport in an environment of limited
information, mystery, and where a frank and open discussion ...Snooze.... - KW--
I thought this movie was really hard to follow and to understand. Some parts of the movie had nothing to do with each other - no relevance. I rated this one for the big fat BORING it truly was. Don't waste your time on this one unless you need a sleeping ...I really enjoyed this movie - Kamscats
When it started I thought it was a run of the mill, good boy vs the bad people style of movie. I was in for a surprise or two.
This is a movie that you can sit back and enjoy the strangeness of the townsfolk and watch the hero find himself in a predicament. ...