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5 out of 5 people found the following comment useful :-
The plot makes this movie, 4. Dezember 2003
Author: SALUDES

Don't expect any great acting performances, from any of the actors or actresses, in `Second Nature'; because there aren't any. Alec Baldwin, who has the starring role, usually gives a far better performance that he offers in this movie. Therefore, one might assume the script itself is simply not a good performance vehicle. Powers Boothe's lackluster performance might also be explained by this.

However, the movie is worth watching for one reason; the plot. For the first half of the movie, one might think the plot is simply full of holes that never get filled. But, this is not the case. As the movie progresses, you might find yourself saying ` oh ya, I should have seen that coming'. So, don't give up on this film in the first half. Just keep watching; you'll see what I mean.

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2 out of 2 people found the following comment useful :-
Good Plot, Bad Execution, 27. Juni 2003

Author: kgsmith1

I thought this movie had an above average plot, and actually looked like it would be better than the Borne Identity at first. However, shoddy acting and an anticlimatic finish to the movie really don't help it any.

If you're looking for an action movie, don't rent this as it has very little. If you're looking for a psychological thriller, don't rent this as the plot twists become contrived at the end to help along the plot. As a matter of fact, I simply can't think of anyone who would feel compelled to see this. Just an average movie that would be worth watching if you catch it on TV and don't have anything else to do.

Don't let your expectations get too high early, however.

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3 out of 4 people found the following comment useful :-
A person within a person!, 9. Februar 2004

Author: gazineo-1 von Brasilia, Brazil

Interesting but otherwise implausible thriller finds a man (Baldwin) with problems to remember his own identity. Along the way, he is harrased by a group of government agents (or so they seem to be) and have to fight for his life. The movie has standard pace but is not dull or uninteresting. In fact, this one is just a routine entry made with some competence. I give this a 06 (six).

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3 out of 4 people found the following comment useful :-
Pure Alec Baldwin, highly recommended., 19. Januar 2004

Author: rarematters von Midwest

A most intriguing action/thriller. The movie is extremely watchable - partly thanks to it's made for TV rating and gearing is about perfect. Not an overly complicated film. Alec Baldwin is cast ala "Teacher" in George Dawes Green's The Juror. He's a nebulous assassin type, keeps you guessing, but you know he has skill and know how. The refreshing part is you aren't sure what motivates him or where he got his training or why. Baldwin is king of this style casting. If you like action where get spoon feed and learn as the movie goes, you'll like this. I don't see anyone really guessing where this is headed while you view the movie. Too unique. Throws a high punch and while you see that coming, catches you in the stomach with a quick jab. I've always been a fan of programs like Magnum PI and Simon and Simon, and this movie caters to speed and plot like these shows did so well. As good as any other "7" action flick for my rental dollar.

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4 out of 6 people found the following comment useful :-
I liked it!, 18. Juni 2003
Author: Krister Klementsen (ma-klem@online.no) von Bergen, Norway

I found this movie at a video store, but I was not sure if it was any good (Thick as Thieves was not a good movie!)

I took a chance, and I liked it!

Think of it as an English movie, not an American. This is not an action movie with lots of explosions.

This is a nice realistic little thriller!

The actors are good, nice locations and a fine pace!

So if you like English movies, see it! But if you need American action you might be disappointed!

I give it 6 out of 10!

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1 out of 1 people found the following comment useful :-
Who am I really?, 9. Mai 2003

Author: Claus Sørensen (cs@chbs.dk) von Smørum, Denmark

Short summary - no spoilers.

Baldwin plays an assassin who recover from a plane crash where all his family dies. But he can't kill on his first assignment after the recovery and find out something is not what is seems to be.

I find this movie at the local video rental store under the name "Manden uden navn" which in English would be "The man without a name".

Baldwin does not have one of his best performances in this TV movie but it is okay as a time killer for a week night.

I gave it 5 IMDB stars.

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Hooray For Lawyers!, 23. Juni 2003

Author: dukevega von United States

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Nothing too original here, just your basic "killer develops a conscience" flick, with two bits of originality: the killer's reason for developing a conscience (as well as his origin), and the character of an ambulance-chasing lawyer.

This ambulance-chasing lawyer--generally considered to be the lowest form of life--actually breaks the mold, displaying a fair amount of intelligence and a healthy dose of courage, which is something you hardly ever see in the species. I found him to be just as watchable--if not more so--than Mr. Baldwin's character.

All in all, not bad if you're just looking for some time to kill.

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1 out of 2 people found the following comment useful :-
Good thriller about an alleged hitman's identity/self-image., 27. November 2003

Author: MarriottKR

This is a good, interesting thriller about an alleged hitman's effort to resolve his own doubts about his identity. The movie stars Alec Baldwin, who makes any movie at least 2 points better just by being in it. While it is a made-for-TV movie, it is certainly worth renting (or seeing in a theater). Rated it as 8 points (out of 10).

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3 out of 6 people found the following comment useful :-
Miss it, 22. Juni 2003

Author: speechmasters von east coast

Second Nature will not go down as one of the worst tv movies of 2003, but perhaps the worst of All Time. Formulaic, derivative, and every performance phoned in, from far, far away. Everyone associated with this project should have a hard time looking in the mirror.

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Mix The Bourne Identity and Son of Sam and waddya ya got? A mess is what…, 26. April 2007

Author: Roger Burke (mayapan1942@yahoo.com) von Australia

It's a shame that quality actors like Baldwin and Booth have to succumb to lousy stories and scripts just for the money. But, hey, it's a cruel world...

This is just another one of a long line of assassin thrillers that use all the usual narrative twists to try to make it appear more appealing than it is. Sure, it has some nice locations, it's a slick production, there is some good camera work and editing, and it's fairly well paced, overall.

So, what's the real problem? Quite simply, the whole premise is just totally unbelievable. However, instead of spoiling a rotten story for you, I'll let you find out what it's all about, that is, if you can get through it. I managed, but only because I like Baldwin and I kept hoping that it would get better.

It didn't. And, it had one of the most anti-climactic endings that I've seen for a long time. In fact, maybe never...

But, it's harmless fun, I guess, if you've got nothing better to do.

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