Downeast

This movie tries so hard to pass Portland off as "the Downeast" and fails so miserably that I can't help but laugh. It also seems to think that smuggling and selling heroin is some kind of big mafia-run operation along the coast when in reality that kind of stuff usually either comes across the border from Canada via air drops or up I-95 from points south (mostly Massachusetts and New York). Heroin isn't even that big in the Downeast, they're way more into pills and crystal meth out that way. This movie basically muddles up Lewiston, Bangor, Portland, the concept of lobstermen, and The Departed into some flatlander's idiotic idea of "the Downeast." Also the only actor who can pull off a Maine accent is Kirk Fox, and he's from California.

This is not a Marvel movie. If that's the entertainment you enjoy, this is not for you. If, however, you enjoy a very good story, above average acting, directing, and settings, then you'll really enjoy this hour and a half treat. The ending is unique . . .

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I grew up around this stuff, but in the Bronx, and it was the Italians. If you had anything to do with their world, you were never free.

This is a little slow -- it seems longer than it is. Yet, it's good. I have one comment. It needed much more Kirk Fox. He steals the movie even though he is used sparingly. I'm going to look for him in other things.

Solid film from start to finish. Loved the story line with great acting to develop characters you love and hate all at the same time. As dark and heavy as it can get, there's some witty banter along the way that makes this a fun ride. Definitely recommend!

Nice acting with Greg Finely and the rest of the cast. There is real star potential with Dylan Silver, she's funny but capable of showing range. The film really captures the feel of Maine.