Absorbs the viewer in a way few films do. ***** out of 5

Rating: Null/10 (7 May 2005)

Crash is an intelligent, well acted, thought provoking film that will be cherished by film fans for years to come.
The direction by newcomer Paul Haggis is breathtaking. I certainly look forward to any future projects he will be directing. The score by Mark Isham is quite moody, and slightly in the vein of something like 'Requiem for a Dream'.
What's great about the film is that the drama here seems so very real. I think it's because the issues it addresses hit home quite well. Not since 'American History X' has the subject of racism been handled so very well in a film.
And after seeing this and 'Hotel Rwanda' not too long ago, I can say Don Cheadle is one of todays greatest actors. Also, Brendan Fraser performed strongly in one of his rare dramatic roles. I also liked the cameo by the ultra cool Tony Danza.
Don't miss this.