Reminds me of the New York Trilogy by Paul Auster. The plot revolves around a mystery, but it's not really about solving the mystery. It's about the people and town where the mystery is set.
What's up with Twin Peaks and pies! :P Old time-y TV has this...sense of savoring the mood with random scenery shots or prolonged shots of people going about. It is interesting to hear how they used to use sounds and music in storytelling. The story is engaging and intriguing, perfect for a small-town crime drama that's bigger than it meets the eye