very stylistic cyberpunk action

Rating: 8/10 (1 April 1999)

At first, I thought this would be Johnny Mnemonic II because of Mr. Speed's role. After watching this movie on the official wide-release opening night (3/31/99), I was proved wrong. I believe some people are meant to enjoy certain types of movies, and some are not. I was meant to enjoy this one. The cyberpunk, William Gibson-esque motif, the constant action sequences, and that lobby scene... Those who have seen the movie know exactly what I'm talking about. I grew up reading Neuromancer, (I actually did a book report on it in 8th grade!)and I was hooked on the computer game of the same name. This movie has more style than any cyberpunk type movie in existence. The only problem I had was that the movie ended too quickly, I wish that this movie was 3 hours long. Any latin majors out there can correct my spelling but I think "Deus Ex Machina" applies to this movie. Regardless, I'm waiting for the DVD. . . and the sequel!!! (hint, hint)