The Perfect Husband: The Laci Peterson Story

2004
5.4| 2h0m| en
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Dean Cain portrays Scott Peterson, the California man accused of murdering his 8 month pregnant wife, Laci. Based on a true story.

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PodBill Just what I expected
Odelecol Pretty good movie overall. First half was nothing special but it got better as it went along.
Jonah Abbott There's no way I can possibly love it entirely but I just think its ridiculously bad, but enjoyable at the same time.
Haven Kaycee It is encouraging that the film ends so strongly.Otherwise, it wouldn't have been a particularly memorable film
evening1 Dean Cain provides a wonderful impersonation of the sociopathic Scott Peterson in this effective made-for-TV film about a self-centered man who didn't want the responsibilities of parenthood.The filmmakers effectively show the deadliness of denial. Undoubtedly there were problems in the relationship before this murder occurred but apparently everyone was so invested in the perfection of the match that they didn't want to say anything. "They're a fairy-tale couple and he's the prince," Laci's mother tells the press. "I love Scott for how he's taken care of Laci." Other good performances include G.W. Bailey as the lead detective on the case, whose skepticism about Scott grows from the moment he catches a whiff of bleach in the picture-perfect home. I was less satisfied with how Amber Frey was portrayed -- more like a virginal earth mother than the sexy temptress the real-life press made her out to be. Another flaw is that way too much time is given to the squabbles of Kate and Tommy, longtime friends of Laci and Scott who stand by him the longest. Who really cares about this couple's fights? When Scott's arrest finally does come, the filmmakers create a powerful sense of drama. I also found the last scene, of Scott peering through prison bars, to be chilling.Did these filmmakers produce a sequel? There's a lot more of the story to tell.
psywizard880 This movie was released before the trial was over. I could not believe they were going to do that. I was glued to the TV from the beginning of this mess started on Christmas Eve 2002. I thought the movie was good, and Dean Cain kinda looked like Peterson. A little creepy! But we all now know, you can't kill your wife and unborn child here in the USA. Scott got what he deserved, the death sentence. I would rather seen him in prison, with no chance of parole, but in the general population. I watch this movie a lot. Good acting and i give this movie a B+.This trial went on and on as we know, but I think the whole world fell in love with Laci. She was just a beautiful girl in looks and spirit. All she wanted to do is have a normal life and have children with a man she could love and trust. But there were so many affairs with him, shortly after they were married. I only wish she would have left the marriage and Laci would still be here. I think of the family often.
rollingbecks This should not have been made at this time. Mr. Petersen should have been afforded a fair trial before he was tried in the media. As I watched the USA network production, I couldn't help but wonder "Why" I didn't recognize but 2 actors. Dean Cain and G.W. Bailey did a great job. Dean Cain's portrayal was very good. I guess G.W. Bailey did a decent portrayal, I really can't comment, because I not familiar with the investigating officer. But the question remains who were the other actors? Out of work Soap stars, that's who! And that my friends explains why this entire production is n nothing more than a "Soap Opera". Shame on you, USA network.
whpratt1 Dean Cain(Scott Peterson),"Dragon Fighter",'03, gave a great performance with the actual facts of the story as we presently have seen them over and over again. Dean Cain copied all the characteristics of Scott Peterson, which was a very difficult task to perform under all the circumstances concerning this case. I wonder if Scott will ever get a fair trial after the showing of this picture. The jurors in this case have a very hard job in trying to be fair and just!

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