A 'Remake' That Works

Rating: 9/10 (25 November 2003)

Unlike some recent 'remakes', this one improves on the original on every level. The script, acting and direction are perfect. The music harks backs to the old days of 'caper' movies, but with a modern touch. It's a lot of fun, yet also has some edge-of-the-seat moments. Just one thing jarred - the dreadful 'mockney' from Don Cheadle (Basher). It wasn't just the accent, it was the dialogue. If they want a Cockney, we have plenty over here. They could even give advise on making the rhyming slang sound natural. 9/10