A televised adaptation of the 'Edge' book series by George G. Gilman.A televised adaptation of the 'Edge' book series by George G. Gilman.A televised adaptation of the 'Edge' book series by George G. Gilman.
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Reviewers say 'Edge' received mixed reactions, with praise for its action, direction, and potential, but criticism for excessive violence, lack of likable characters, and a predictable plot. The pilot's failure to secure a full series may stem from its polarizing reception, with many finding it too violent and unengaging.
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The message boards are gone. The community is lost. I just wanted to comment about the damn dog, but now the only way to do that is by leaving a review. That was the one gripe I had. A dog wouldn't do that with the dynamite. I know that was your idea, Dekker! Did anyone else feel the same? Please respond by writing a review since the message boards are gone.
I'm a fan of Shane Black but the writing in this one is a big mis-step. No wonder why it wasnt picked up for a series
This was a great pilot. Tons of action, story was good and you really just want this guy to accomplish his goal.
I have been waiting since 2015, hoping that this would be a series. To my demise, Amazon has decided not to play it.
DAMN SHAME. This series could have brought some real attention to the dying Western series.
I have been waiting since 2015, hoping that this would be a series. To my demise, Amazon has decided not to play it.
DAMN SHAME. This series could have brought some real attention to the dying Western series.
I saw this on Amazon Prime under the title EDGE THE LONER. It's the pilot episode of a would-be western TV series, directed by Shane Black and with a decidedly adult edge: this episode is chock-full of highly stylised combat and bloody battles, with fingers being blown off and bloody squib hits throughout. It makes a refreshing change to the usual sanitised stuff we see on TV.
The predictable storyline (about one man's revenge) is the worst thing about this show. However, it makes up for that with Black's strong direction and the well-choreographed nature of the frequent action. The final shoot-out is particularly well handled and enjoyable to watch. Cast-wise, Max Martini (PACIFIC RIM) has little chance to show charisma as the lead, but there are dependables like William Sadler and Ryan Kwanten playing the baddies, so it's not all bad. If this test pilot does get picked up for a full series it has plenty of potential for greatness.
The predictable storyline (about one man's revenge) is the worst thing about this show. However, it makes up for that with Black's strong direction and the well-choreographed nature of the frequent action. The final shoot-out is particularly well handled and enjoyable to watch. Cast-wise, Max Martini (PACIFIC RIM) has little chance to show charisma as the lead, but there are dependables like William Sadler and Ryan Kwanten playing the baddies, so it's not all bad. If this test pilot does get picked up for a full series it has plenty of potential for greatness.
I just came acros this title and I needed to fill up an hour or so, so I watched it.
It's a decent tv western, especially considering it's a comicbook adaption.
I liked it very much, the characters are standard from what you expect from a production like this, and the action is excellent, with a lot of gore.
It's a completed episode with an open ending. And I think it's a shame that it wasn't picked up for a complete series (especially seeing the crap that was picked up).
I still hope they'll make a miniseries out of it with a bigger budget (I didn't really like the videolook) with the rest of the story.
I liked it very much, the characters are standard from what you expect from a production like this, and the action is excellent, with a lot of gore.
It's a completed episode with an open ending. And I think it's a shame that it wasn't picked up for a complete series (especially seeing the crap that was picked up).
I still hope they'll make a miniseries out of it with a bigger budget (I didn't really like the videolook) with the rest of the story.
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- Edge: The Loner
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- Cerro Pelon Movie Ranch - 5547 Highway 41, Galisteo, New Mexico, USA(Josiah's home town)
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