Pure Jazz

Rating: 9/10 (7 August 2004)

Is there anything better in this world than a genre film that's actually about something? Slide COLLATERAL right up there with FATAL ATTRACTION, WRATH OF KHAN, and LETHAL WEAPON. Hell, maybe put it at the top because none of those movies even approach the elegance of this slick thriller that leaves you thirsty for scotch and nighttime. I was so enamoured by the soundtrack, the confident camera, the overwhelming atmosphere and the cool, powerful performances that I was more than willing to overlook a few logical speedbumps on this ride.
Definitely one for the collection, but don't expect it to sit on the shelf gathering dust.