Engaging with plenty of plot twists

Rating: 8/10 (9 February 2008)

After noticing this in 1001 Movies to See Before You Die, thought it was worth catching it, that will at least take it down to 1000 on the list. It does the genre very well, with an intriguing set of characters, interesting plot twists and final doosie that leaves you with the "I didn't see that coming" kind of aha at the end. You can see the influences in the later Bourne Identity, but without the action; and also Oceans Thirteen, but without the glamour. This one doesn't need those icings to complete it. Kevin Spacey is very good, but actually the whole cast is good, thankfully without the token A list celeb who usually stand out in ensemble movies like this as being the least capable actor. Overall a great movie for unwinding in front of after a hard week, engaging and surprising.