Riveting

Rating: 8/10 (23 August 2006)

I remember hearing that this movie was a flop, but I don't know why. I thought it was riveting. I thought Harrison Ford and Liam Neeson were both superb. They didn't let up for one second. It was great to have two leading men at each other for the majority of the film; it was hard to say who was better.
The tight shots in the narrow confines of the ship gave a constant sense of tension. I thought I knew what was coming several times, but I was way off base.
My only complaint would be that there was almost wall to wall music. It was beautiful music, although the theme was strongly reminiscent of a Russian popular song; still it was effective.
And I think it should be pointed out that a woman directed it and did a damn good job. I don't know why it didn't get the buzz it should have, but it is definitely worth renting the DVD if you like drama, tension, and Liam and Harrison. Quite a show.