Reacher preacher

Rating: 7/10 (28 December 2012)

Here's an old fashioned who did it and why story complete with the strong, unfortunately not silent, male lead. Seems he'd rather fight then make love.
The action scenes work best even with a sub par car chase if "Bulitt" or "The French Connection" is considered par. The fights scenes on occasion seem borrowed from Jackie Chan. Things slow to a crawl when Cruise looks out the window and becomes philosophical. The movie suffers from the written and directed syndrome and feels about twenty minutes too long.
If you overlook the flaws, it's a good time at the movies. Hold on to your popcorn and take a ride with Jack Reacher. Don't give him your car keys.