Dead Heat

A low-key crime comedy-drama that balances melancholy and humor as it follows a depressed ex-cop drawn into the underworld.

Directed by

Mark Malone

Genres

Action, Comedy, Crime

Starring

Kiefer Sutherland, Anthony LaPaglia, Radha Mitchell

Tagline

All Bets Are Off.

Overview

Boston cop Pally is forced into early retirement, putting a strain on his marriage. Pally's stepbrother, Ray, attempts to lift his spirits by tipping him off to a sure-bet racehorse. But their attempts to secure the champion equine are thwarted by a local mob boss, who steals the horse as repayment for a gambling debt. With their investment on the line, Pally and Ray become entangled in a web of underworld crime and murder.

How it feels

Melancholic, dark, cynical and warm. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Crime, family, grief, addiction

Content

Strong violence and language. Mild gore and sexual content.

Note

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

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