King Cruise Conquers

Rating: 10/10 (5 May 2006)

After the outstanding first film in the series - followed by the dire second instalment (just "Woo" it?? Not on that occasion - just RUE it more like), this third movie ROCKS! From an alarmingly uncomfortable opening sequence, to some spectacular yet convincing action sequences (won't spoil it but I've GOT to get a fighter jet like that) to beautiful and stylish locations and people (Maggie Q?? Which planet was she born on? Planet Hot-damn-I-can't-catch my breath??), to welcome and familiar faces and clever little nods to the previous flicks - It's got it all. Including Simon Pegg and if you don't know who he is - just watch Shaun of the Dead. You won't forget him in a hurry. Naturally, it carries weight from Stellar Stars like Laurence (I'm so rich from the Matrix Trilogy I MAY get out of bed today) Fishburne; to the ALWAYS eminently watchable Mr Ving Rhames who on this outing has a much greater role - and the movie is all the better for it. As for Mr C - somebody should tell him he needs to share his energy with some unfortunates in the Sudan. He could light the way for Bedouin Tribesman for a year! He always gives 200% - and it shows in his Projects.
Sure it's got some flaws but in all honesty, the man - and his colleagues - really are at the top of their game. To be a leader in the industry for a year is a major achievement; but to be a global leader for THREE decades is an unprecedented achievement! Brilliant. Top class. Celluloid Platinum. Long live the King.