I just watched a recording of this movie that I had made from IFC or Sundance. I have to say that I was pleasantly surprised and disappointed by the film. For anyone who has ever tried to write a black comedy, it is one of the hardest genres out there to try and pull off. There is the risk of not being dark enough or not being funny enough. there is also the risk that a black comedy about a controversial subject will alienate a large portion of the potential audience. The film had a few genuinely brilliant moments but they never seemed to work together particularly well. The acting was strong by indie film standards, particularly for a movie that placed a large emphasis on quirky characters. Tucker was excellent as the main character, a man who could move from meek to menacing seamlessly. Ginnifer Goodwin came off as a bit over the top at times but her performance near the end of the film made up for a few issues near the beginning. Jeremy Renner plays serial killers well, though this character lacked the depth of the man he played in Dahmer. If there was one major problem I had with the film, it was that it never really took a vocal stance on the death penalty.Overall, this is a movie that is worth watching if you have the time and nothing else better on the Tivo.

How this film never made it to the top of immediate cult status is beyond me. It is clever, witty, dark in a very heavy way (turn off for people who have kin in jails) and some of the best dialog which, in many cases require a better than high school education. If you studied Latin, there are some double meanings or "entendres" all through this film. Really good performances by all and if you have to, buy this one. Not for grannies who watch cook shows and knit. To give one a taste of the writing, check out the memorable lines here which are out of context. Also, look up the cast to see the credits and the dark roles a couple of the actors have appeared. This is not to say they can only do dark, hilariously witty films. One of the actors played the lead in "Dahmer" and goes from a very somber character to one that it a great comic flair.

Just sat down to breakfast and this came on Starz. had no idea what to expect. Laughing hysterically, although the subject matter wouldn't make you think so! Crying, (real man-tears) by the end!Yes it's a dark comedy, think Heathers or something similar. Great cast, non-stop quoteables in it! I know this differs from the other review but I say give it a shot! Jeremy Renner is a hot actor. I saw him in "CSI" and "Dahmer". I'm suggesting this to people who enjoy interesting cinema!Give it a shot and you should be pleasantly surprised. Christine Ebersole is in it too, and I almost didn't recognize her!Have fun!

If hell exists, this movie will win an Oscar over there. The torture would be that you will be made to watch it, and watch it get an Oscar.TOTAL WAISTE OF TIME, LIFE AND ENERGY.Story sucked, started sort of OK, might have been something but then turned into some stupid boring redneck crap. I had to forward it to see the end and that's it.I waisted 40 min before I realised that this is going nowhere.When it started and we got to the death row topic, thought this might be an interesting "noir" ,some sort of black comedy about death row. Turned out it is SH#T.