Films/DVD Asylum

Posted by tinear (A) on June 02, 2010 at 12:05:05

film which centers on the inner workings of the Yorkshire authorities as they hunted two serial killers, the "real life" Yorkshire Ripper and another murderer who killed young girls.
Very well done with many bravura acting turns: Britain continues to turn out stellar actors by the dross. This is a most unusual police film in that it focuses very little on the criminals themselves, on the pursuit. Rather, the tangle of police allegiances, underworld and financial interrelationships, and confused loyalties drive this fascinating work.
I cannot disclose more because this is the type of film which is one surprise after another. It is well-written and held my interest to the very end. Though it was a small part, the actor portraying the Ripper stood out in a marvelous cast.
Six hours is an investment but, if you enjoy this genre, you won't find much better out there. Don't expect something American with lots of chases, fist and fire fights, and heroic actions and you'll have a very good time.
Until you start to think about what the film is saying, that is. Then, it rises above the genre and becomes something else: a vicious attack (seemingly merited) on policing.