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The Trigger Effect

1996, Movie, R, 93 mins

The Trigger Effect: Review

Screenwriter David Keopp's feature-directing debut is a tightly scripted cautionary tale about what happens when the lights go down in Southern California. Matt (Kyle MacLachlan), his wife Annie (Elisabeth Shue) and their baby live in suburban security, a world away from the troubled streets of Los Angeles. But a total, inexplicable blackout quickly shows them that their modest piece of the American Dream isn't as secure as they thought. IPG; Screenwriter David Keopp's feature-directing debut is a tightly scripted cautionary tale about what happens when the lights go down in Southern California. Matt (Kyle MacLachlan), his wife Annie (Elisabeth Shue) and their baby live in suburban security, a world away from the troubled streets of Los Angeles. But a total, inexplicable blackout quickly shows them that their modest piece of the American Dream isn't as secure as they thought. Read the complete review for The Trigger Effect