Police chief Xavier Quinn investigates the gruesome murder of Donald Pater, one of the wealthiest residents on a Caribbean island. He was found decapitated in his Jacuzzi. Although the local political establishment, especially crooked Governor Chalk, insists that small-time thief Maubee is responsible, Xavier has his doubts. This view is complicated by the police chief's personal history with Maubee: The men have been friends since childhood.
Acting
Young Denzel carries every scene like he's already Oscar-bound.
Cinematography
Caribbean locations so lush they feel like a character.
Score
Reggae soundtrack that absolutely slaps for a murder mystery.
Director
Carl Schenkel
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
The film was shot entirely in Jamaica, and Denzel reportedly insisted on authentic local casting rather than importing American actors for smaller roles.
The title references Bob Dylan's 'Quinn the Eskimo,' though the film shares nothing else with that song—making this possibly cinema's most inexplicable naming choice until someone explains it.
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