I have always been a Denzel fan, but in this movie....wow!

Rating: 9/10 (30 January 2000)

Denzel Washington is one of those actors that can make a movie richer because of his presence. The story itself was powerful enough but adding Denzel in the lead role makes this movie an Oscar contender; at least, for Mr. Washington. Granted, the movie's plot was shown from Hurricane Carter's perspective, but that was what made this movie so great for the movie fan.
I, for one, am glad that "feel good" movies are still being made today, although this movie chronicles the suffering of one man for the most part. So much for the "feel good" movies of yesteryear. But it captures what is good in people. Hopefully, there is still that kind of compassion and goodness for others. It's an inspirational story and that is just fine with me.