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An Awesome Film!!! (by Pumpkin_Man) |
Today, I had a double feature at my theatre and saw this along with Land of the Lost! The Taking of Pelham 1 2 3 is an awesome action film filled to the brim with suspense and great actors, great storyline, and a great movie altogether. A man by the name of Ryder and some armed men hijack a subway train and take hostages. Ryder communicates with an MTA dispatcher named Walter Garber who tries to reason with him. If the city does not pay Ryder 10 million dollars within the hour, he will kill a hostage. I have not yet seen the original film from the 70's, so I can't compare the two. I <more> |
A solid, nail-biting, on the edge of your seat action thriller! John Travolta is electrifying! (by moviemaniac008) |
Because I am a maniac of new technology, when re-makes of old movies come out, I have a tendency to watch the re-makes first because I like better visual effects ex: Friday the 13th, Pelham 1 2 3, Dawn of the Dead . Now that I know that the Taking of Pelham 1 2 3 is good, I will probably rent the original if I can come across a copy of it. Besides having a solid script, the actors do a magnificent job in this movie: Denzel Washington and John Turtorro are naturally skilled actors who are true to themselves in those roles, but John Travolta is just electrifying as Ryder. In fact, if I was an <more> |
This movie sucks... you in from the first second to the last second (by Jackpollins) |
Though not as good as the social satire version of this from 1974, this is excellent. John Travolta and Denzel Washington are both excellent in an excellent films. As civil service employee Walter Garber, Denzel Washington does a good job of alternating between cool guy and hero of the day. John Travolta is excellent as Ryder, the guy who hijacks the train, is absolutely spectacular. Both Washington and Travolta are thrilling, and also their own honesty. The movie takes a refreshing turn from the 1974 version. In the 1974 version, it was like old-fashioned social satire. Now they made it into <more> |
Delivered in suspense, good direction and most of all entertainment. (by Rafacus) |
A real thriller, it has been a long time that I could say a movie had me on the edge of my seat. The Taking of Pelham 123 did just that and much more. It re-affirmed my belief in the acting abilities of Denzel Washington and John Travolta. I was truly impressed with the humanity that they brought to their characters and the chemistry between the two.And how about that kick-ass makeup on old Johnny boy huh? Travolta looked every bit like a convict, I was amazed by it. Weathered face as if he has been through it a few times, prison tat, and the eyes, yes the "I don't trust any one of <more> |
I Truly Enjoyed It!!!!! (by gator1110) |
First of all I must say I never have seen or heard of the original "Taking of Pelham 123" so I didn't know what to expect. When I left the theater I was truly satisfied. The direction, the acting, and the flow of the movie were all top notch. It was also great to see Travolta step out of his element and play a hard core, sadistic, criminal; he was amazing. Denzel was great as well playing the reluctant, laid back character. Tony Scott delivers once again. I honestly figured that with these three talents collaborating, the product would be incredible. I was truly satisfied in all <more> |
This is a true "FILM" its well made, and its based on a top quality script, and the BEST acting (by stormtrooper2004) |
I don't want to comment too much about the film, as words cannot do justice to the well rounded film "the taking of Pelham 123" Simply if you love films that are realistic, and are good films because of theirs script, and solely the acting, then this is the perfect film. It is based on a novel but is well expanded upon to be made into this film. I've heard there have been 2 other versions of this film, but haven't seen either. Judging this film solely on itself, I must say it is extremely well written script. There is very little plot holes, there is maybe one involving <more> |
"Pelham" Is Suspenseful, Fun Summer Heist Flick (by violdamor) |
In "The Taking of Pelham 123," Denzel Washington plays Walter Garber, a dispatcher in the New York City subway's control center. When Garber notices that the Pelham 123 train has stopped for seemingly no reason, he radios the driver and discovers that the train and its passengers have been taken hostage. A team of criminals led by a man who identifies himself as Ryder John Travolta is demanding that the mayor James Gandolfini give them $10 million within one hour in exchange for the hostages. If there's a delay, Ryder threatens to kill one hostage for each minute that <more> |
Taking of Pelham 1 2 3: Drama is back on track (by MovieZoo) |
This is another movie that I just about did not see because trailers really made it seem bland. However, a movie with Travolta AND Washington just has to be seen. I have to mention, Tony Scott is at the helm so that helps, too. If the trailer had been a little more enticing, there never would have been a doubt dwelling in the brain train. So I bought the ticket just because of the "riders".Did Travolta sell himself as the bad guy? - YES! He was a whacked out weirdo, bad guy who had a vendetta that was well within reach of his greasy, greedy grasp. Stand in his way and he looks right <more> |
The solid leads cut through Tony Scott's bluster and flourishes (by Simon_Says_Movies) |
Director Tony Scott's remake of the 1974 classic is a four star reimagining lost amongst one star gimmicks and flourishes. An immensely impressive opening half begins to quiver towards the end and finally pops and deflates at the climax. In fact, Pelham runs almost in a reverse build-up to most films. It seems as if Scott didn't realize how intelligent and ultimately entertaining the early chapters were and in place of an intense and slow burning nail biter emerges and wildly excessive action flick.Scott is certainly no stranger to style as all his films pulsate with a manic energy, <more> |