great acting, predictable plot

Rating: Null/10 (16 January 2004)

I agree with some previous comments regarding the pace of the film. Perhaps this was designed to enhance the atmosphere and suspense of the film. In any case, the cast of this movie was outstanding. I didn't feel like I was watching actors portraying regular people but genuine blue collar citizens of Boston.
The plot twists were not difficult to see coming as it seems every suspense or thriller movie recently has used a similar formula. I did enjoy the fact how the viewers emotional connection to the characters shifts throughout the film. Mystic River was a great film but not the best film of the year.