Tony Scott takes a classic movie, and adds his own spin to it.
Luke checks out the Blu-ray of The Taking Of Pelham 123…
Tony Scott doesnt really do subtle.
Women are scarce, and if theyre lucky enough to turn up centre stage, theyre killers themselves.
Or an armed-to-the-teeth Keira Knightley.
), mixing smiles and giggles with the occasional bursts of violence, Scotts is all business.
For Washington, thats a literal indulgence.
Its all bluster and noise, of course, but its very good bluster and noise.
And best not to think of it as a remake.
But this is a Tony Scott film.
If you go in to it looking for nuance, youre going to be disappointed.
Taken for what it is,Pelham 123does just about enough to make for an entertaining ride.
We also get a featurette on the films hair stylist, which at least scores points for originality.
Although, comparing himself to Tony Scott (theyre both artists, he says) is a bit much.
And thats your lot.
Rating:
4 out of 5
