The Son of No One

Cop dramas have become a dime a dozen.  In fact, they might even be more prevalent than that.  Occasionally, you find a strong one that shows just how good a genre piece can be.  Sadly, even with its all-star cast, Dito Montiel's The Son of No One is unable to separate itself from the masses.

In the film, Channing Tatum plays Jonathan 'Milk' White, a second generation cop who has just transferred to Queensboro, NY.  The film ventures goes back and forth between 2002 (present day) and 1986, when White was a boy living in the projects.  During that time, a thug was shot, his body dumped in a dumpster.  Many knew White was responsible.  But those in the projects hated the cops and the case was closed unsolved.  Now, with White happily married, someone wants White to finally pay his due.

Though decently acted, and featuring a script that shows signs of potential, the story that comprises The Son of No One doesn't offer up anything that we haven't seen before.  The characters are disturbingly cliché, the progression unfortunately predictable, and while anything can effectively happen, you never fear for the safety of those involved.  In a police drama, that is a pretty big problem.

The Blu-Ray disc carries a pair of bonus features that don't amount to much (deleted scenes montage and an audio commentary that lacks the presence of any cast members).  As a result, this film is a rent-if-you-must scenario.  It isn't terrible, but there are a million better suited cop films out there to pick from.  This one will only frustrate you.