Face of Evil

A coolly watchable TV thriller that coasts on its charming sociopath and a steady hum of dread.

Directed by

Mary Lambert

Genres

Drama, Tv movie, Thriller

Starring

Tracey Gold, Perry King, Shawnee Smith

Overview

Using her girl-next-door looks to her advantage, Darcy Palmer is a calculating thief and murderer. After killing a young college student and taking her identity, Darcy enrolls in the victim's New England school in her place. At the university, Darcy gets to know her new roommate, Jeanelle, and her handsome father, Russell Polk, who soon play into her next scheme. When Darcy has to alter her plans, both Russell and Jeanelle become quite expendable.

How it feels

Tense, dark and cynical. Measured and easy to follow.

About

Deception, identity, obsession, crime

Content

Mild violence, gore, sexual content and language.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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