Now THAT is saying something. As the investigation proceeds, Cross focuses on certain matters that don't add up, such as why Megan, amidst other more notable kids, was kidnapped. The story plays out with enough bends in the road to put San Francisco's Lombard Street to shame. The biggest shock is cleverly telegraphed, if you take the time to figure out what the female lead's full name might really be. Ultimately, the movie is entertaining, but betrays some of what's wrong with Hollywood today.
Pure entertainment is nothing to be ashamed of.
Heaven knows, I've watched more than my share of popcorn flicks. The problem is, you can't live on just popcorn. 2000 didn't offer us much substance, and 2001 so far is no better. It looks like big budgets and lots of fluff, with not much being accomplished. Kind of like the Government.