Great Entertainment

Rating: 8/10 (25 May 2003)

I was lucky enough to attend a sneak preview of this movie, and I am happy to report that it is quite worth your money. This film is very fun and entertaining. It is also quite funny, and doesn't take itself too seriously.
Edward Norton essentially reprises his previous character from "The Score", another partner-in-crime-turned-traitor. His on-screen presence is perfect for his character. Charlize Theron turns in what, IMHO, is the most convincing piece of acting I have seen from her, playing the vengeful daughter of a slain man. There are no weak spots in the casting -- Wahlberg and the rest were quite good.
My only complaint about this movie was that the plot was bit too predictable. Had I been in charge of the script, I would have tried to include another surprise or two during the last half hour, ala "The Game" or "Malice."
Some may see this movie as a cheap cross between "Ocean's 11" and "The Score." But I think it makes for a great time, and I plan to see it again.