Far beyond my expectations...

Rating: 9/10 (15 June 2002)

Better than Sum of All Fears in so many ways. I read the book around 86 or 87, but beyond the general concept I have no memories beyond enjoying it (that was an unintention non-pun). I still feel Matt Damon was miscast, but he did an excellent job. The movie had an excellent euro feeling to it that was inspiring and consistent. The story unfolded perfectly and remained taught and sharp and cool. I am curious as to whether or not this is one of those movies where the studio tinkered with the director's planned ending because, though well done, the last scenes felt as tacked-on as Blade Runner's sunny drive off in to the credits.
Those things aside, this movie rocked. It was slight retro-modern with just enough isolation and paranoia to give you that comfortable else-where feeling. Franka was simply awesome - her and Toni Collette are easily the finest of the least-known actress crowd of today.
Don't miss this movie - especially if you like the euro-feel of movies like Frantic, Ronin and the like.