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Crime drama starring Tom Selleck as an ex-Los Angeles homicide detective-turned-small town police chief who quietly tracks a serial killer who is terrorising his community. In the small Maine coastal town of Paradise, Police Chief Jesse Stone (Selleck) and his small force rarely see anything more serious than a small-time burglary or a case of public drunkenness. As a result, when this former Los Angeles homicide detective - whose alcoholism forced him to 'downsize' his career - and his deputy, Luther 'Suitcase' Simpson (Kohl Sudduth), are called to the scene of the town's first ever murder, the case will challenge Jesse in ways he couldn't have ever imagined.
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31 of 31 people found the following review helpful
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Stone Cold was the pilot tv movie in the series of adaptions of Robert B Parker's Jesse Stone novels. Thankfully it was good enough for a series of further tv movies (4 including this one to date) to be made. Tom Selleck (Magnum P I) is superb as Stone in a performance which is very different to his portrail of Thomas Magnum.
The basic plot involves a pair of serial killers who have set their sights on Stone. To complicate matters Stone is investigating the brutal gang rape of a young girl. The story movies at a nice easy pace with very little graphic violence which makes a nice change to most crime tv at the moment. There are also not annoying loud songs on the soundtrack just a nice music score which doesn't destract the viewer.
So all in all an excellent made for television movie. I would also recommend you pick up the other Jesse Stone movies Night Passage, Death In Paradise and Sea Change (this one is only available on region 1 dvd to date, the others are available on UK region 2 dvd).
The basic plot involves a pair of serial killers who have set their sights on Stone. To complicate matters Stone is investigating the brutal gang rape of a young girl. The story movies at a nice easy pace with very little graphic violence which makes a nice change to most crime tv at the moment. There are also not annoying loud songs on the soundtrack just a nice music score which doesn't destract the viewer.
So all in all an excellent made for television movie. I would also recommend you pick up the other Jesse Stone movies Night Passage, Death In Paradise and Sea Change (this one is only available on region 1 dvd to date, the others are available on UK region 2 dvd).
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
By amberfox
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Tom Selleck as the quietly moral man, speaking only when he has something to say. Supposedly set in a New England fishing town, this has superb cinematography, poignant background music which is exactly that ... in the background ..... and an excellent story. Police Chief Jesse Stone is a no-nonsense policeman, definitely non-pc (which might have you cheering in some scenes) as he quietly rips apart a complacent community while dealing with his own personal issues.
Have now purchased all in the series and each one has been a joy to watch.
Have now purchased all in the series and each one has been a joy to watch.
11 of 13 people found the following review helpful
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This was the first in a series of movies in which Tom Selleck brings to life Robert Parker's creation, Jesse Stone, and highly successful it is too.
Selleck brings to life this world weary and imperfect character - a moral man, full of imperfections but who wants to do the right thing and has the instinct to do it. He is an ex big city policeman, now a police chief in the sleepy town of Paradise, population 25,000. He is battling alcohol, and is unable to let go of the memory of his ex wife, who calls him regularly. All in all, a much more flawed character than we are used to seeing him play, but he does a terrific job, and brings his gravitas to create a character who, in spite of his flaws, we see as an upright man.
Trouble starts when an investigation into a murder quickly develops into a serial murder, with no apparent motive.. meantime, the investigation into the gang rape of a young teenager is ongoing, despite pressure to let it drop. None of it is anything new to the genre, but it is written with a satisfyingly slow burn approach, sucking you into the lives and characters enough to make you care what happens to them.
Although the subject matter sounds harsh, the telling of it is realistic, and relatively slow moving and subdued for a modern show. Frankly, for this viewer that was part of the appeal - no blaring soundtrack, no hyper fast edits - just good story telling. However, if it is an action movie you are after, best look elsewhere. This is a character piece, where the thriller elements are unsurprising, but the script and folks you meet along the way will take you willingly along for the ride.
Selleck brings to life this world weary and imperfect character - a moral man, full of imperfections but who wants to do the right thing and has the instinct to do it. He is an ex big city policeman, now a police chief in the sleepy town of Paradise, population 25,000. He is battling alcohol, and is unable to let go of the memory of his ex wife, who calls him regularly. All in all, a much more flawed character than we are used to seeing him play, but he does a terrific job, and brings his gravitas to create a character who, in spite of his flaws, we see as an upright man.
Trouble starts when an investigation into a murder quickly develops into a serial murder, with no apparent motive.. meantime, the investigation into the gang rape of a young teenager is ongoing, despite pressure to let it drop. None of it is anything new to the genre, but it is written with a satisfyingly slow burn approach, sucking you into the lives and characters enough to make you care what happens to them.
Although the subject matter sounds harsh, the telling of it is realistic, and relatively slow moving and subdued for a modern show. Frankly, for this viewer that was part of the appeal - no blaring soundtrack, no hyper fast edits - just good story telling. However, if it is an action movie you are after, best look elsewhere. This is a character piece, where the thriller elements are unsurprising, but the script and folks you meet along the way will take you willingly along for the ride.
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Stone Cold
I have always enjoyed Tom Sellick as an actor and I love the atmosphere and pace of these films. Thoroughly enjoyed the film.
Published 22 days ago by roleypoley
5.0 out of 5 stars
all the Jesse Stone films are 5 star
Just the same thoughts as the other 2 dvds of Tom Selleck./intelligent,funny shocking all rolled together 5 stars isnt enough.
Published 29 days ago by J. Storey
5.0 out of 5 stars
Engrossing.
After Magnum (which I loved, but lets face it, was bubble-gum piffle) and the "Three Men" films, you woudln't expect Selleck to be able to portray such a deep character. Read more
Published 1 month ago by foamtech
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Stone Cold DVD
I got it within a short time after ordering it. It was well packed and arrived in impeccable condition just like all other items I ever ordered. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Helga Hannelore
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Jesse Stone
Tom Sellecks Jesse Stone character is unique 6ft 4in powerful build very compassionate unique detective, sets murderers up so they come after him even to his own home but he is... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Pip Hosier
5.0 out of 5 stars
Jesse Stone fan
I like the character of Stone and the team he works with; good stories, well acted with strong plots. Great.
Published 3 months ago by tim arndt
5.0 out of 5 stars
Very good series
Because I first saw one of the episodes on Sky, liked it, checked the list available and the two I purchased was not available On Demand stating no authority to play it, so... Read more
Published 4 months ago by Lostina Fogg
5.0 out of 5 stars
Brilliant!
Great film - excellent. Tom Selleck is great - at first you think it is slow, but it builds up and is so different from other films. We want to see more!!!
Published 6 months ago by e
5.0 out of 5 stars
Stone Cold (2005)
The video was as expected of a DVD from Tom Sellick. Was an enjoyable viewing!!
Tom Sellick's character of Stone is portrayed to the best of his acting ability. Read more
Tom Sellick's character of Stone is portrayed to the best of his acting ability. Read more
Published 6 months ago by C. M. Casmore
5.0 out of 5 stars
Stone Cold
This must rate as one of the best mini series to come from the U.S. Tom Selleck is excellent in his role as Jesse Stone, his personal problems and his demons don't get in the way... Read more
Published 14 months ago by M. Dugdale
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