This Syfy original series—loosely based on the Stephen King novel The Colorado Kid—continues in the 2011 second season with the story of the titular small town in Maine where almost all the inhabitants have some kind of curse-like power. They call it “the troubles,” and FBI agent Audrey Parker (Emily Rose), now a member of the Haven police department, works with partner Nathan (Lucas Bryant) and resident rogue/smuggler Duke (Eric Balfour) to figure out what's going on—including how Audrey's past may be connected to the community's mysterious ailment. This season expands the backstory with a conspiracy masterminded by a sinister priest known as the Rev (Stephen McHattie), and moves closer to answering some questions—while raising others. Haven takes a conventional approach to unconventional quasi-horror stories (think: a supernatural X-Files in an insular Twin Peaks–type town), but it's full of eccentric characters and dark tales of horrific afflictions and fatal threats that our heroes must deal with before the end of each episode. A number of new recurring figures are introduced, including Jason Priestley as Chris, an antisocial marine biologist who exudes charm despite his prickly personality; Vinessa Antoine as Evi, Duke's estranged wife; and WWE star Adam “Edge” Copeland as Dwight, a troubled activist working covertly with the Haven PD. Compiling 12 episodes, extras include a Christmas special, audio commentaries, behind-the-scenes featurettes, and a comic convention panel discussion. A strong optional purchase. (S. Axmaker)
Haven: The Complete Second Season
eOne, 4 discs, 572 min., not rated, DVD: $44.98, Blu-ray: $49.98 Volume 27, Issue 6
Haven: The Complete Second Season
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