Film Overview"A Bone to Pick: An Aurora Teagarden Mystery" is a 2015 mystery film directed by Martin Wood, based upon the novel by Charlaine Harris. The movie stars Candace Cameron Bure ahead role as Aurora 'Roe' Teagarden, a librarian with a flair for fixing murders. The movie was produced under the Hallmark Movies and Mysteries banner, marking the very first in a series of Aurora Teagarden movies.
Plot SynopsisThe story begins when Aurora's good friend and former library coworker, Jane, suddenly dies and leaves her whole estate, including her house and its contents, to Aurora. As Aurora is sorting through Jane's belongings, she discovers a surprise skull. This unexpected finding sends her into a whirlwind, leading her to perform her own investigation to untangle the secret behind Jane's death.
Examination & DiscoveryThe skull Aurora discovers in Jane's home is recognized as human by regional coroner, Terry Sternholz. Captivated and determined to discover answers, Aurora dives deeper. With the help of her pal Sally Allison, a local reporter, and the town's brand-new investigator Arthur Smith, Aurora reveals some of Jane's secrets. It becomes apparent that Jane was assisting in the escape of domestic abuse victims, and the skull belonged to among these abuse victims who was killed. Jane was unknowingly harboring a murderer, who ends up being a deceptively lovely physician, Joel.
Climax & ConclusionAs Aurora and Arthur get closer to fixing the secret, Aurora becomes the target of the killer. Following a series of significant occasions and a nail-biting chase, the killer is lastly cornered and recorded. He admits to murdering the female whose skull was found in Jane's house after she threatened to expose his violent habits.
In the end, Aurora not only resolves the mystery and brings justice to the victim however also deepens the bond with her fellow mystery-lovers in the Real Murders Club. She likewise forms a budding romantic relationship with Arthur, setting the phase for more experiences.
Characterization & PerformancesCandace Cameron Bure provides a good efficiency as Aurora Teagarden, a character who is smart, curious, and thoughtful. In spite of the movie's grim property, her portrayal adds a light, cozy tone common of Hallmark's secret movies. The supporting characters are likewise well-portrayed, with Marilu Henner being noteworthy as Aurora's excessively protective mother, Aida.
Total Impact"A Bone to Pick: An Aurora Teagarden Mystery" is engaging, incorporating aspects of mystery, drama, and romance. The film successfully presents the character of Aurora Teagarden, setting the tone for subsequent films in the series. Providing a mix of crime-solving intrigue and small-town appeal, it exemplifies the appeal of Hallmark's secret genre. The storyline with its unexpected twists and the strong performances by the cast make this movie a fascinating watch.
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