Robby Henson writes and directs this provocative realistic tale of a homophobic sheriff(Billy Bob Thornton)investigating the murder of a transsexual in Louisiana's LaSalle Parish. He must battle political interference as well as his own prejudice. Thornton is absolutely the right actor for the role. At this point in his career, Thornton could do Hamlet in a phone booth to ovations. The story meanders a bit, but this noirish crime drama seems to keep the viewer baited for a sufficient and believable finale. A trans-gendered gunshot victim floating in a swamp is definitely something to be curious of. A very diverse cast supports Thornton, notably:Patricia Arquette, William Devane, Sela Ward and Thomas Haden Church. This is a must for Thornton fans.
Review of The Badge
