Makes A Change........

Rating: 9/10 (11 April 2005)

And it does...for too long it seems that films have been tainted and ruined by the nice guy syndrome, and do the right thing appeal. This film was a refreshing experience, and registers as one of my favourite films of all time, although that is of no concern to anyone wanting a review. I was impressed by Washingtons display in Training Day, but I personally feel this is his best performance to date, add Walken and his delightful touches and the film already oozes class. Creasy (Washington) is damaged goods,washed up ex military with a drinking habit that makes Oliver Reed look clean. South America seems to have a kidnapping problem, and Creasy needs a job..well what happens next isn't hard to figure out! The story really takes off here however, as we see Creasy develop a strange but loving relationship with his assignment, add the inevitable kidnap, and whala, the film begins. But Creasey isn't your average lay down and die bodyguard...upon proceedings Creasey opens a large can of whoop ass on some pretty bad people...but in a way that is pretty awful, but still leaves you thinking 'yeh they deserved that' Basically if your after one of the best action thrillers this century, id look no further than here, the only thing that annoys me about the whole film is how underrated it is...!!!! Watch It You Wont Be Sorry I'm A Professional ;)