TpaBart Reviews

Third Man Out (2005 TV Movie)

A Real Detctive Story

[10/10 · 4 August 2006]

I just saw this video, and was impressed heaps with the story, a good detective vid, and the actors, for the most part. Chad was massive in his starring role. The only negative I saw was the inclusion of Matthew Rush, in what was a cameo, that could have been done better with a real actor in the role. It was a good detective show, though the ending was a bit questionable, in terms of most crime solving shows. It did though show off the skills of a lot of actors. Chad was so satisfying to see in this adult role. He is an actor that we need to see more of. The rest of the cast, (forgive me for my feelings, of Matt Rush, with his scene that showed little acting ability, limited to a gratuitous segment) gave the performances that we could expect from them, due to past performances. I kept thinking, that if we could accept a good mystery/detective show, with a lead that was gay, Chad could carry it off. He has grown up well, and shows his skill. Bottom line, I really enjoyed it. This may not be at CSI level as a crime mystery, but it at a comfortable level. Chad has star quality, from what I saw. The character he established would be a strong role for a series, that goes beyond his orientation. I really would like to see the next case that they need to work. This vid made me a fan of Chad's. Great work guy.

Chad needs the chance to give us more.

Hard (1998)

Malcolm Moorman, the actor that makes this movie good.

[10/10 · 15 March 2006]

Having read the other comments on this film I can't but agree with most as to the content, production values, and excellence of this film with it's financially imposed limitations. The subject matter and tone of the film, unfortunately wouldn't have gotten the major studio funding. What is most interesting to me is the actor, Malcolm Moorman, who portrays the antagonistic character. Checking his file here, it appears that this was his only major role, as an actor. His performance was the most outstanding of all the actors involved. I had checked to see how I had missed him in other roles. If any actor should be seen more, in roles in any of the current TV shows, SUV, CSI, or any of their clones/versions, I would vote for him. The best job done in this highly interesting film was by him. He carried his role well, throughout the film, regardless of the financing, or time issues, he was the strongest actor through it all. His timing, his reactions and the nuances he gave the character were top rate. In spite of this, it seems that this is the only credit shown for him here, as an actor, other than a basic 'walk on' in another production. I would enjoy seeing much more of him.