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Collateral Movie Review - Buy Movies - Rent Movies
Collateral sees Mann re-establishing himself as possibly one of the most stylish yet underrated directors of our generation. This film has Michael Mann written all over it. For example the cinematography of LA at night is tremendous and is Michael Mann all over. This man (sorry) really knows how to tell a simple story in the most dramatic and impressive way. His films are just so damn intriguing you find yourself being drawn into the characters and being absorbed into his world - and this movie is no exception. For the most part this picture takes place in and around Max’s (Jamie Foxx) taxi where he picks up Vincent (Cruise) as his next fare. In true Michael Mann fashion, a relationship is formed between Vincent and Max. Vincent thinking he is the one possessing the power and Max being the vulnerable and helpless one. However nothing is quite what it seems in a Michael Mann movie because the reality is the reverse.
As the film progresses both characters have mixed and conflicting feelings for one another. These feelings fluctuate and intensify throughout the movie when both characters realise they need to take control of the situation and more importantly each other.
From here we have a movie that is not only sharp and intelligent but also well crafted and superbly directed. Collateral has added a new dimension to the “hit-man” genre by exploring and exploiting the interaction between Max and Vincent instead of just concentrating on an assassin going around bumping off people because he is paid to do it.
Cruise is brilliant and very credible not only as a bad guy but as an assassin. His character shows intellect, guile and refinement as well as grit, aggressiveness and determination. Credit is also due to Foxx whose character comes across as a little pathetic, a dreamer but also someone who lies to his sick mother. Nevertheless in the face of adversity he comes into his own and gains strength, confidence and becomes more assertive.
With excellent support including Jada Pinkett Smith as Annie who plays a small but significant role in the film and Mark (In The Cut) Ruffalo as Fanning, could we really ask for more?
We did and we got it! Collateral is backed with a fantastic soundtrack. It’s almost like watching a movie with MTV or VH1 (depending on your preference) playing in the background. The music just does not stop. This yet again is typical Michael Mann. This is Michael Manns' best non-biopic movie since the modern classic Heat. Well written, well directed and well acted this is also possibly the most unique hit-man flick since Leon. We wait with baited breath for his next project.
Leon Nicholson
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