The positive in "The Third Murder" is the acting is top notch. In fact, at certain times, you felt as if they were going for a Hollywood-style epic drama conflict-type movie complete with a convoluted arc. Another positive is the cinematography. No complaint about that. Nut the pacing? Oy! Can you say snail's pace? Watching this film is like watching butter melt in the spring sun. This film is recommended only if you forgot where you left your Ambien pills.