Really well-done actioner

Rating: 10/10 (14 March 2003)

I've had the opportunity to see this movie several times recently on cable and I appreciate it more with each viewing. The cast is absolutely top-notch and works in great ensemble fashion, the plot is exciting if a little far-fetched, and the direction is excellent. The quietly macho interplay between Cooney and Pitt is particularly good; the script in general is often memorable with few awkward lines. The first time around things go so fast it's hard to keep up. If you saw this once and weren't sure what to think (like me), watch it again, it's worth a second look.