sswenson
Joined May 2000
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A man's wife is kidnapped and held for ransom in an isolated desert town. Overly familiar story about an ordinary man pushed to his limits is saved by low-key, realistic performances. Holes in the plot are less numerous than many action-suspense films. (Rating: B+)
Television network executives exploit an emotionally disturbed anchorman to improve ratings. Depressing satire features first rate characters, knife-edge script and fine story. All the cruelty, cynicism and shallowness of the industry captured on a single film. (Rating: A)
A cop investigates the murder of corporate executive in a nightmarish New York of the future. Low production values, holes in the plot are salvaged by sterling performances and plot concepts (global overpopulation and environmental disaster) that remain relevant today. Somewhat similar in feel to the superior "Bladerunner" (1982). (Rating: B+)