Acting for the Camera (2009)

The makings of a great midseason filler episode that would connect in many different directions. This is a police drama filler with a guest director.

The plot could’ve really been interesting if the elements of lycanthropy was integrated with perhaps the struggle of identity of being LGBTQ+. It's an experience for so many that as they’re starting to realizing their true selves, they feel like a monster, especially if they come from unsupportive homes or communities. Instead, the horror and transformation elements seem thrown in without contemplation of how this could deepen the narrative.

I suppose you could argue that the story wasn’t what Director James Cameron was aiming for, it was the visuals. The spectacle of it all was the point, and it certainly shows.

A wholesome love story that's perfect for fans of romance movies and animal lovers.

This film was filled with great plot points. Unfortunately, they all contradicted each other and clashed. Had the premise of Awake been more consistent and accurately portrayed the real world aspect, I think this could have been an extreme success.

A K-9 police dog goes undercover to stop an illegal animal smuggling ring and learns a valuable lesson along the way.