π¬ Black Point (2002): Deception Runs Deep β When Passion Becomes a Deadly Trap

Movies
Thriller, Crime, Drama
Release Date: September 24, 2002
Director: David Mackay
Main Cast:
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David Caruso as John Hawkins
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Susan Haskell as Natalie Travis
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Thomas Ian Griffith as Gus Travis
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Gordon Tootoosis as Freeman
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Mike Dopud as Detective
π« Plot Summary
In Black Point, former Navy officer John Hawkins (David Caruso) is a man drifting through life, haunted by a broken past. When he arrives in the sleepy coastal town of Black Point, heβs looking for a fresh startβbut instead, he finds Natalie (Susan Haskell), a mysterious woman trapped in an abusive marriage with a dangerous arms dealer, Gus Travis (Thomas Ian Griffith).
Drawn in by her beauty and desperation, Hawkins agrees to help her escape. But what begins as a romantic rescue spirals into a deadly game of double-crosses, smuggled weapons, and hidden agendas. As the body count rises and allegiances shift, Hawkins realizes that in Black Point, nothing is what it seemsβand everyone has something to hide.
ποΈ Trailer Highlights
The suspenseful trailer showcases:
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David Carusoβs intense performance, caught between desire and danger
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Gunfights and close calls, set against the backdrop of rugged coastal cliffs and small-town noir
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Twists and betrayals, with every character hiding something beneath the surface
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A gritty, slow-burn tone, where tension simmers until it explodes
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A seductive femme fatale, whose motivations remain elusive until the end
π΅οΈ Reception
Black Point received mixed reviews upon release. Some praised its moody atmosphere and Carusoβs brooding presence, while others felt the story relied too heavily on genre clichΓ©s. Still, the film has found a modest following among fans of early 2000s thrillers looking for a low-budget noir filled with betrayal, crime, and moral ambiguity.
π― Why You Should Watch
If youβre a fan of crime thrillers with psychological tension, morally gray characters, and a classic noir setup, Black Point offers a gritty escape into a world where love, lies, and murder intertwine.
Trust no one. Love no one. Escape if you can.