A Twist of Faith (1999)

Vancouver Police Detective Henry Smith is consumed by a desire to solve a religiously-fueled crime, but soon the tables turn and he finds himself a target.

Director:

Chris Angel

Writer:

Richard Zywotkiewicz (screenplay)

Stars:

Andrew McCarthy, Michael Ironside, Matthew Laurance

2 nominations.

Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Andrew McCarthy	...	Henry Smith
Michael Ironside	...	Alex Hunt
Matthew Laurance	...	Frankovich
Suzy Joachim	...	Monika Stoeks
Jayne Heitmeyer	...	Beth Smith
Lauren Diewold	...	Shannon Smith
Sean Day Michael	...	Robert Smith
L. Harvey Gold	...	Detective Rourke
Guy Fauchon	...	Detective Samuels
Robin Webb	...	James
Ben Johnson	...	Young Alex Hunt
Micki Maunsell	...	Slum Lord
John Wardlow	...	Father Martin
Harrison Coe	...	Maxie
Philip Granger	...	Jenson

Storyline

Vancouver Police Detective Henry Smith is one of those investigating the murder of Roman Catholic Father Martin, who was crucified in his own church. Soon, others are also murdered, their dead bodies either hung in crucifixion or laid in such a manner. The detectives realize that they are dealing with a serial killer with a very personal and religious agenda. In the middle of the investigation is powerful publisher Alexander Hunt, a major benefactor to the church who the detectives believe is either the killer or the next victim. Despite being an atheist, Henry believes solving this case will offer some redemption in his own life, one that includes guilt over a recent on the job death of a colleague, dealing with a recovering drug addicted brother, and waiting for the potentially terminal diagnosis of an adolescent daughter. The case takes a turn for Henry when a personal connection to him is identified.

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Plot Keywords:

serial killer | murder | church | faith | crucifixion | 

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Taglines:

Thou Shalt Not Kill... Again, And Again.

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Genres:

Drama | Thriller

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Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)

Rated R for violence

Did You Know?

Goofs

The character, Samuels, is a priest in the movie. In the end credits, his character is listed as Detective Samuels.

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Quotes

Alex Hunt: I used to feel a million things, and now I feel... nothing.

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Soundtracks

Pilot's Back
Written by Evan Tylor and Peter Allen
Performed by Hooty Guru

User Reviews

An interesting, intelligent film

This film was different. It took a sort of typical thriller story and reached for a more interesting, in-depth look at an individual character's struggle with faith. Of course, it helped that the main performance, by Andrew McCarthy, was quite excellent. The other performances were also quite interesting, although not as consistent. The ending was a bit of a let down, but there were lots of good moments. The film-makers tried something different here -- they didn't just go for the obvious chills and scares. This is a dark film (not for everyone) but if you want to be entertained and not talked down to, try this one.

Details

Country:

Canada

Language:

English Latin

Release Date:

28 July 1999 (Canada)

Also Known As:

Beyond Redemption

Filming Locations:

St. Andrew's-Wesley Church - 1022 Nelson Avenue, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Company Credits

Production Co:

Prophecy Entertainment

Technical Specs

Sound Mix:

Dolby Digital

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.33 : 1