While I am often the standalone critic in a theater...

Rating: Null/10 (8 December 2001)

I must disagree with a previous post. Do not let the sorely disappointed (lengthy) diatribe above off-set you from seeing this well made, tightly wound flick! Yes it has action, and yes there are some spectacularly over-the-top characters, but who wants to see true to life when true life is so frightening now?
The plot was twisting and evolving every scene, rarely was there a lax moment. What wasn't said was seen in the amazing locations, costumes and photography. As for the actors, I would give them each a standing O if it were still fashionable.
I am of the opinion that George Clooney pulled off his Leading Man role exquisitely. His smooth delivery made Daniel Ocean a pleasure to watch. Rusty and Danny have a tense, well-connected rapport that speaks for itself with the actor's facial expressions and communicative glances. The cast was an orchestra of well-played men. The inclusion of real life "Teen Beat Pin Ups" poked fun at the established fan base of Brad and George; As well as giving a slightly Brechtian lien to the rest of the show, blurring reality and fiction pleasantly for a change.
I have respect for all involved- whether or not they are still picking scenery splinters from between their teeth. What I found in Ocean's 11 (both times I have seen it so far) was a great suspense filled get away from the real life crime and fearful things we have seen in the past few months.
So lighten up and grab your popcorn; they'll be talking about this one for years to come!