Absurd ending destroys worthwhile development

Rating: 5/10 (5 September 2004)

Speaking as already a huge admirer of a large number of Michael Douglas' works, he came through in all regards. And I "get" the gushing high regards and user ratings: for most viewers this movie truly can keep you guessing - a tough feat, that only very fine movies can achieve without "cheating."
Uh oh. There's the hitch. I feel screwed by the utterly implausible, over the edge conclusion of the film. Why, they would have been better off toning DOWN the ending so it was believable at all!
One out of every ten movies I see is a bummer because I was pre-sold (or sold out) by the gushing accolades. This is one of them. 5/10.