HEART-SHAPED BOX

Joe Hill, a published writer recently revealed to be the son of Stephen King, has inherited his father’s ability to merge strong characterizations and creepiness. Judas Coyne is a rock star who collects Goth girlfriends and macabre objects. Stephen Lang portrays him with a cool cockiness, his voice reflecting his certainty that those around seek his approval and attention. Coyne’s edgy pride leads him to buy a dead man’s suit that has a ghost attached to it. Coyne becomes haunted by Craddock McDermott, the evil stepfather of a former girlfriend. Craddock’s threats of death and destruction are intensified by Lang’s tight tones as Jude and his brave girlfriend combat the supernatural. S.W. © AudioFile 2007, Portland, Maine [Published: JUN/ JUL 07]