Point of Origin (film)

Point of Origin is a 2002 American crime thriller film directed by Matthew McDuffie and starring Ray Liotta, John Leguizamo, and Colm Feore. It is based on the non-fiction book Point of Origin by John Orr, a former arson investigator who was later convicted of arson himself.

The film follows the investigation of a series of suspicious fires in Southern California. Ray Liotta plays John Orr, depicted as a respected arson expert who is brought in to assist local authorities. As the investigation progresses, evidence begins to point towards Orr himself. The film explores the psychology of arson, the motivations behind it, and the challenges of catching an arsonist who is also an expert in the field.

Point of Origin delves into themes of obsession, deception, and the complexities of human behavior. The narrative incorporates elements of suspense and mystery as it tracks the cat-and-mouse game between Orr and the investigators closing in on him. The film attempts to portray the internal struggles of Orr as he grapples with his own actions and the potential consequences.