Just got back from a screening. Had the unfortunate seat in front of a bunch of teenagers which at first seemed to make for a long evening but once the movie started they were actually quiet the entire film! Never saw the original but this was a well made movie with a star-studded cast that doesn't disappoint. You have to give it up for Travolta who plays a great bad guy in this one and James Gandolfini adds some comic relief as the mayor of the Big Apple. It's different to see Denzel in a position other than the man in charge but he does well, taking orders from all over the place. Both Denzel & Travolta work well together and have great dialogue throughout the film not too mention matching earrings. Having seen some stinkers already this summer this movie was quite a surprise as I didn't hear much about it prior to last week. The movie is a great summer-time thrill ride that's filled with action and quite a bit of foul language but hey, IT"S RATED R for a reason!

There was a point in time when I very well may have been the biggest Denzel Washington fan on the planet. He could do no wrong in my eyes and then he got type cast, playing a police officer in four consecutive roles. When I saw the trailer for this film I immediately passed judgement on it, didn't expect very much at all. BOY was I wrong. This film was everything an action film should be. A compelling story, suspenseful and ACTION packed. There wasn't a dull moment in the film, no opportunity for a bathroom break or concessions run. This film kept me entertained from the first frame to the credits, a task not so easily accomplished. I would definitely recommend you go see this one. Don't wait for the dvd you might want to experience this one in the theatre. It's rare that "I" the quintessential movie hopper would suggest to part with your hard earned cash but I think you will agree this film is worth it.

You must go see it!! It had action/suspense/drama and a few humorous lines. John Travolta really impressed me playing the bad guy and Denzel never seizes to amaze me.

June 4 - I just attended the advance press preview of this remake of 1974 and 1998 movies - based on a 1973 novel by John Godey (aka Morton Freedgood). Tony Scott masterfully directed and Chris Lebenzon expertly edited this 1hr 44min SUSPENSEFUL non-stop action exciting thriller. Screen-written by Brian Helgeland and David Koepp - This movie's plot has been updated from the original novel's story to reflect our current technological advances. The action sequences were well-executed - skillfully presented so as to catch the audience by surprise. Denzel Washington and John Travolta were amazing in their roles as Walter Garber and Bernard Ryder - originally played by Walter Matthau and Robert Shaw respectively in the 1974 movie. It's ALWAYS a pleasure to have such fine actors in fine movie with a above-average script. BRAVO! MAJOR SPOILER ALERT: All the antagonists were shot and killed. Walter shot and killed Ryder in the end. VERDICT: A MUST-SEE - Grade: A

EXCELLENT MOVIE THAT KEEPS YOU ON THE EDGE OF YOUR SEAT! THE INTERACTION BETWEEN TRAVOLTA AND WASHINGTON WAS LEGEND!! TRAVOLTA DESERVES AN ACADEMY AWARD!!.