Disappointing

Rating: 5/10 (31 May 2006)

"For of all sad words of tongue or pen, The saddest are these: "It might have been!" - John Greenleaf Whittier
This is indeed fitting for Training day. When the film got underway, I found myself enthralled by the characters. The screenplay seemed to be set at just the right pace, and I was quite enjoying myself.
Just when it was starting to get really good-BANG! Voila, we have ourselves John-Woo-esquire action sequences, ending all semblance of plausibility.
The performances were great. Denzel Washington was terrific, of course, but the standout for me was Ethan Hawke's honest performance as the idealistic rookie.
I'd say its worth a watch, just don't harbor any great expectations.