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While set in Galveston, Texas, the film was largely shot in , using its historic architecture to build a brooding atmosphere.

: In one standout scene, Carson takes down a gunman by throwing a perfect spiral with a football instead of using a gun.

💡 : If you enjoyed the mystery and tone of Knives Out or the grit of Mystic River , this slow-burn homage to classic detective tales is currently available for free on platforms like Amazon Prime Video. The Poison Rose (2019) - Plot - IMDb The Poison Rose(2019)

: A former football star turned PI who is literally weighed down by his past.

: He is rarely seen without his "Ancient Age" bourbon, identifiable by its distinct yellow labels. 🏛️ Cinematic Heritage While set in Galveston, Texas, the film was

In a departure from typical PI tropes, the protagonist's past as a disgraced star quarterback is central to the plot:

: Much of the town's corruption revolves around the local high school football culture and "Happy" Chandler, the town's current star. The Poison Rose (2019) - Plot - IMDb

: It features two legends who faced off at the 1995 Oscars : John Travolta ( Pulp Fiction ) and Morgan Freeman ( The Shawshank Redemption ).