Old school fun.

Rating: 9/10 (8 January 2008)

What starts off as a very entertaining story of one of the nation's biggest criminals becomes a unique character study of a young man running away from not only the law and a dysfunctional family, but running away from himself as well. It explores every facet of Abagnale's life while remaining wickedly entertaining and perfectly stylish (the costume design and set decoration are incredible). DiCaprio gives another knockout performance Hanks delivers what might be my favorite performance of his. Walken and Amy Adams are also quite excellent (as is Jennifer Garner in her cameo). A really fun, enjoyable ride with a lot more under the surface than it seems to have. It's easily my favorite Spielberg and definitely one of the best of 2002. I should also mention that the score is incredible.