rolose

The director Singh has done a fabulous job in bringing us into the mind of first, a boy in coma and second, a savage serial killer. The sheer originality of these set pieces is what made the film. Secondary players that help to set this mood are the great costumes, the fantastic art direction and the great score by Howard Shore.

This is typical summer fare. Anyone expecting more needs to take life less seriously. I really enjoyed the 1st MI, convoluted plot and all. I though Brian Depalma did a great job. This is John Woo's turn to do what he does best. The action sequences in this film are stupendous (though at times very JamesBondish)...this is what he does best. That is why Tom cruise hired him; he delivers the goods.

Summer is a time to park your brain and be entertained...

Just DO IT!!!!

I hope this film was not released too early in the year to be forgotten come Oscar time! Nicely written, well directed and beautifully photographed. The score is quite subtle in that it is used only when completely necessary and then is never overbearing. Julia Robert's portrayal is definetely her best to date. Her supporting cast especially Albert Finney and Marg Helgenberger come very close to stealing the show. Excellent (mainstream) job Steven Soderberg!! (and so what if his latest film WAS more mainstream????)