What saves the opening sequence is the inspired pairing of a black sociopath (Michael Beach) and a white psychopath (played by Billy Bob Thornton, who co-wrote the script with Tom Epperson).

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The Right Reverend Tim Thornton was speaking after co-chairing a debate in Cornwall about government proposals to allow gay couples to marry.

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In addition to his roles at HSBC and Barrick Gold, Mr. Thornton is a director at Ford Motor Co.

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