Tom-Cruise Movie Reviews

I saw this film twice in the IMAX theatre at the California Science Center in Los Angeles. It's absolutely phenomenal. The narration, camera work, direction and editing are very impressive. Some launch scenes will leave you scrambling for cover they are so real! Some shots of Earth from the Space Station are breathtaking. At times I felt as if I were there outside the Space Station looking down toward Earth. I strongly recommend it!

I saw this movie on july 2002 at Sunset Dr. South Miami, Florida. I was amazed by the outstanding video and audio quality, and I must add that "breathless" & "speachless" are words that just don't make any justice to the way I felt.
I highly recommend this movie to anyone who wonders how things are up there. It's beautiful, not only because you can see how deep things are, but how wonderful life in space could be. A point of view no one on Earth can appreciate.
Life without dreams is meaningless.

I saw this thrice in the IMAX theaters. The direction, narration and photography was simply astounding. The film beautifully chronicles the activities of building and maintaining this amazing piece of equipment in space. The film has several blast off sequences that will leave you in awe. If you are even the slightest space buff you will be mesmerized.

I am keenly awaiting the release of this film on DVD.

This final TV version of a Children's Theatre Company play (the theatre is still active but no longer releases video productions) is the most elaborate and cinematic. The earliest, _L. Frank Baum's The Marvelous Land of Oz_, had been shot in front of a live audience. This version makes use of elaborate, if obvious video work. In this version, Anderson's story is told by Anderson to Karen, as a lesson to make her finish school. Karen has a little toy theatre in her house, and to represent elements of the story, objects are place in the toy theatre and enacted on the larger stage. The bedroom set is very realistic, while the main set, hidden behind some large doors, is simple and surreal, as objects are placed into the action in odd ways. The most striking of all is the use of a pair of scissors Anderson stabs into the play stage for the executioner's house.

Stephen Boe plays Anderson as the forceful, didactic storyteller one would expect from his stories. He gets very angry with Karen, while still giving the effect that he cares for her, a neighborhood child. Rana Haugen is a very skilled and charismatic actor. She currently works as an acting coach, and judging from this (as well as _Marvelous Land_) she would be an excellent one. It's a shame she hasn't been in more than a handful of obscure roles subsequent to these two.

I have a strong suspicion David Lynch saw and admired this production, even though Lynch regular Julee Cruise is covered under such heavy costuming you don't get a hint at what she looks like. In these productions she sings in a much lower register than she does for Lynch (and no, they're not different people with the same name). This play, however, is not a musical.

Despite the heavyhandedness of the Anderson character, which, as I understand, is a very accurate portrayal by Boe, the play itself is not heavyhanded, and softens its lessons a great deal, enough to make it as appealing for adults as it is for children, as many children's plays fail to be. That is never the case, to my knowledge, with this Minneapolis company, and it certainly isn't here. This video gets my highest recommendation--and that's to adults.

This final TV version of a Children's Theatre Company play (the theatre is still active but no longer releases video productions) is the most elaborate and cinematic. The earliest, _L. Frank Baum's The Marvelous Land of Oz_, had been shot in front of a live audience. This version makes use of elaborate, if obvious video work. In this version, Anderson's story is told by Anderson to Karen, as a lesson to make her finish school. Karen has a little toy theatre in her house, and to represent elements of the story, objects are place in the toy theatre and enacted on the larger stage. The bedroom set is very realistic, while the main set, hidden behind some large doors, is simple and surreal, as objects are placed into the action in odd ways. The most striking of all is the use of a pair of scissors Anderson stabs into the play stage for the executioner's house.

Stephen Boe plays Anderson as the forceful, didactic storyteller one would expect from his stories. He gets very angry with Karen, while still giving the effect that he cares for her, a neighborhood child. Rana Haugen is a very skilled and charismatic actor. She currently works as an acting coach, and judging from this (as well as _Marvelous Land_) she would be an excellent one. It's a shame she hasn't been in more than a handful of obscure roles subsequent to these two.

I have a strong suspicion David Lynch saw and admired this production, even though Lynch regular Julee Cruise is covered under such heavy costuming you don't get a hint at what she looks like. In these productions she sings in a much lower register than she does for Lynch (and no, they're not different people with the same name). This play, however, is not a musical.

Despite the heavyhandedness of the Anderson character, which, as I understand, is a very accurate portrayal by Boe, the play itself is not heavyhanded, and softens its lessons a great deal, enough to make it as appealing for adults as it is for children, as many children's plays fail to be. That is never the case, to my knowledge, with this Minneapolis company, and it certainly isn't here. This video gets my highest recommendation--and that's to adults.

I wish I could watch this movie again. I watched it when I was younger, now I am 12. It was my favorite movie, I don't know what else to say about it. It was great! The characters were so funny. In how they acted and reacted, and also how they spoke. All in all I thought it was a very cute movie.

Omg I LOVED the movie! It is now like my personal fav. And the book is awesome too. And Dally is totally hot in the movie. If you are reading this right now then I suggest you go buy it or rent it now and while you're at it go buy a box of tissues cause this movie is so sad but so good at the same time. This is a movie for the whole family to watch cause S.E. Hinton is a genuis. I mean the girl wrote it when she was 16. She totally deserves a lot of credit and hey she's even in the movie. That is just so cool to be in your own movie. I cry every time I see the movie or read the book... This is the best movie ever so go out there and see. And it's even cooler because it's got a young Tom Cruise, young Matt Dillion (who is Dally)Rob Lowe, Ralph Macchio, C. Thomas Howell, Emilo Esteves, and Patrick Swayze. Which all do a terrific job as playing the greasers. Well I'm out. And remember The Outsiders ROCK!!!!!!!!!!!!

This is one of SE Hinton's best stories and probably the best film version of any of her stories. C. Thomas Howell (Soul Man)plays the introspective Ponyboy Curtis, Ralph Machio (The Karate Kid) plays the vulnerable Johny Cade, Diane Lane plays Cherry Valance, Emilio Estevez (The Breakfast Club, Young Guns) plays Two-Bit Matthews, Lief Garrett plays one of the Soc's, Rob Lowe (St. Elmo's Fire and About Last Night) plays Sodapop, Ponyboy's laid back brother, and Patrick Swayze (Ghost, Dirty Dancing) plays Darrell, Ponyboy's perfectionist brother. All give great performances, but the best performance is by Dillon Thomas (The Flamingo Kid) who plays the tough, volatile, and sensitive Dallas Winston.

Filmed in rural Oklahoma and based in the mid-1960's, the "greasers" Ponyboy and Johny are tormented by the rich spoiled Soc's and must stay clear of he law after a confrontation with one of the Soc's and Dallas offers them support and shelter hiding out in the country. The three mentioned somehow wind up as heroes and are able to be free of their hoodlum image (which embarrasses tough guy Dallas as you'll see in the movie). This story brings home the adage that you can't judge a book by its cover.

I absolutely loved the book!! After I read the book, I just couldn't wait to see the movie. I was hoping it would be exactly like tyhe book. I was hoping the characters would b perfectly played,and to my satisfaction they were.The movie left out some parts that I wish they wouldn't have like Soda's little outburst and Ponyboy getting jumped, but i still liked it!! I also wish that there would have been more seens with Soda because I absolutely love him and I think Rob Lowe was the perfect guy to play Soda because he is extremely hott and dreamy!!!!Well overall I loved both the book and the movie so you definately should buy it or rent now!!I'm gonna go rent it right now so ~Bye~!!!!!

Anne Rice's Vampire Chronicles are sensual and voluptuous books, full of heavy gothic prose and powerful images. The movie of her first novel, 'Interview With The Vampire' is none of the above, but still manages to be a decent enough film, although it lacks any resemblance to the mood of Rice's original writing.

The plot follows the adventures of fledgeling Vampire Louis de Pointe du Lac (Brad Pitt), as told to a reporter (Christian Slater), one night in New Orleans. He starts from the beginning of his undead life and brings us right up to the present day, and introduces us to a host of grim characters along the way, the most prolific of which is Lestat, played with horrible boyishness by the hopelessly miscast Tom Cruise.

The movie has many good points. Neil Jordan's style of direction suits the mood of the film very well, and in some places, excels (the Theatre Des Vampires sequence is particularly memorable). Also excellent is Pitt, in his role as Louis. He remains as faithful as he can to Rice's pedantic, melancholic Vampire as the oddly lacklustre script allows. The soundtrack is also deserving of a mention, as its lavishness complements the gothic mood of the film beautifully.

The majority of glowing reviews for 'Interview', however, don't take into account the original novel, and it's here that the film fails. The character of Lestat DeLioncourt is that of a tortured and malevolent boy-monster, and yet Tom Cruise plays it with such high-camp gusto that we wonder if Warner Bros. gave Anne Rice money to retract her Tom Sawyer comments when she saw the initial screen tests. In Cruise's hands, Lestat becomes something like a Leslie-Nielsen style vampire, all fangs and drama and no substance. Similarly, Kirsten Dunst, who has now matured into a good actress, gives an overstated and hammy performance as Claudia, who, in the novel, is wise beyond her years, an unnatural and immortal monstrosity who eventually brings about the destruction of both Lestat and herself. And Antonio Banderas should never have been given the role of the Ayrean 16-year old Armand. He still speaks with a heavy Latino accent and is clearly a hispanic man in whiteface. He's nothing to do with the character of Armand.

That said, 'Interview' is still a very good movie, though it fails to deliver the same punch and atmosphere as the original novel. It's a solid story, with many good points, but for anyone who's read the book, it's a shame that so much potential was cast aside in favour of Hollywood-style Overstatement.

I haven't cared very much for Anne Rice's recent books, but her earlier work was outstanding. I loved "Interview" in particular, so I was really looking forward to this movie. There is always a risk in adapting such a vivid and powerful-not to mention beloved-book into a film. Director Neil Jordan and his collaborators have succeeded marvelously, though. This is an exciting, engaging film; remarkably faithful to Rice's original text.

The story opens in present day San Francisco. Louis (Brad Pitt), a 200 year-old vampire, is telling his life story to an interviewer (Christian Slater), who is shocked by his supernatural revelation. "I am flesh and blood," Louis tells him, "but not human."

His story takes us back to late 18th century New Orleans where Louis first encountered the Vampire Lestat (Tom Cruise). Desiring a companion, and in love with his beautiful looks, Lestat gives Louis the "Dark Gift"-that is, he makes him into a vampire. They live together for many years, roaming the streets at night, united by their common quest for blood.

Eventually, though, Lestat fears that Louis is going to leave him. Desperate, he makes a vampire of Claudia (Kirsten Dunst), a beautiful young child, knowing the Louis would never leave the girl. Thus they are bonded together as "one big, happy family." As it turns out, though, they are not so happy after all.

The story takes the vampires to Paris, where they finally encounter some more of their own kind. The coven of vampires is led by the stunningly handsome Armand (Antonio Banderas) who quickly falls in love with Louis. Louis is enamored of him as well, but he will never leave little Claudia, something Armand realizes.

The film ends back in the present in a departure from Rice's book. The new twist is exciting, though, and sets up the story for an inevitable sequel. It hasn't been made yet, but if it ever is, I'm looking forward to it.

The big question, of course, is, how is Tom Cruise as Lestat? In one word: brilliant. This is one of his best performances ever, heightened by the fact that he is playing a role so different from his typical screen persona. Cruise has always been an underrated actor, but hopefully that will start to change after people see him here. He is terrific.

The rest of the performances are also quite good. Brad Pitt does very well as the tortured, guilt-ridden Louis. Antonio Banderas is extraordinary as the seductive, young master of darkness. His is the most convincing portrayal of a vampire, filled with power and charisma.

Neil Jordan's direction is top-notch. Visually, "Vampire" is stunning, helped considerably by Dante Ferretti's superb production design. Anyone who has read the book-and anyone who has not-is sure to enjoy this haunting, erotic treat.

Tom Cruise and Brad Pitt as vampires??? Genius, if there ever was genius! These two, attractive actors who we;ve come to trust say, yeah? You like that? Well, walk with me. Isn't evil more dangerous if it comes wrapped in a pretty package? A package that's hard to resist? of course! Kirsten Dunst delivers a solid performance here as well. I know many Rice fans were angry with the casting, but I really feel it was a smart move. But, then I never read the book.

Anne Rice's Vampire Chronicles are sensual and voluptuous books, full of heavy gothic prose and powerful images. The movie of her first novel, 'Interview With The Vampire' is none of the above, but still manages to be a decent enough film, although it lacks any resemblance to the mood of Rice's original writing.

The plot follows the adventures of fledgeling Vampire Louis de Pointe du Lac (Brad Pitt), as told to a reporter (Christian Slater), one night in New Orleans. He starts from the beginning of his undead life and brings us right up to the present day, and introduces us to a host of grim characters along the way, the most prolific of which is Lestat, played with horrible boyishness by the hopelessly miscast Tom Cruise.

The movie has many good points. Neil Jordan's style of direction suits the mood of the film very well, and in some places, excels (the Theatre Des Vampires sequence is particularly memorable). Also excellent is Pitt, in his role as Louis. He remains as faithful as he can to Rice's pedantic, melancholic Vampire as the oddly lacklustre script allows. The soundtrack is also deserving of a mention, as its lavishness complements the gothic mood of the film beautifully.

The majority of glowing reviews for 'Interview', however, don't take into account the original novel, and it's here that the film fails. The character of Lestat DeLioncourt is that of a tortured and malevolent boy-monster, and yet Tom Cruise plays it with such high-camp gusto that we wonder if Warner Bros. gave Anne Rice money to retract her Tom Sawyer comments when she saw the initial screen tests. In Cruise's hands, Lestat becomes something like a Leslie-Nielsen style vampire, all fangs and drama and no substance. Similarly, Kirsten Dunst, who has now matured into a good actress, gives an overstated and hammy performance as Claudia, who, in the novel, is wise beyond her years, an unnatural and immortal monstrosity who eventually brings about the destruction of both Lestat and herself. And Antonio Banderas should never have been given the role of the Ayrean 16-year old Armand. He still speaks with a heavy Latino accent and is clearly a hispanic man in whiteface. He's nothing to do with the character of Armand.

That said, 'Interview' is still a very good movie, though it fails to deliver the same punch and atmosphere as the original novel. It's a solid story, with many good points, but for anyone who's read the book, it's a shame that so much potential was cast aside in favour of Hollywood-style Overstatement.

I haven't cared very much for Anne Rice's recent books, but her earlier work was outstanding. I loved "Interview" in particular, so I was really looking forward to this movie. There is always a risk in adapting such a vivid and powerful-not to mention beloved-book into a film. Director Neil Jordan and his collaborators have succeeded marvelously, though. This is an exciting, engaging film; remarkably faithful to Rice's original text.

The story opens in present day San Francisco. Louis (Brad Pitt), a 200 year-old vampire, is telling his life story to an interviewer (Christian Slater), who is shocked by his supernatural revelation. "I am flesh and blood," Louis tells him, "but not human."

His story takes us back to late 18th century New Orleans where Louis first encountered the Vampire Lestat (Tom Cruise). Desiring a companion, and in love with his beautiful looks, Lestat gives Louis the "Dark Gift"-that is, he makes him into a vampire. They live together for many years, roaming the streets at night, united by their common quest for blood.

Eventually, though, Lestat fears that Louis is going to leave him. Desperate, he makes a vampire of Claudia (Kirsten Dunst), a beautiful young child, knowing the Louis would never leave the girl. Thus they are bonded together as "one big, happy family." As it turns out, though, they are not so happy after all.

The story takes the vampires to Paris, where they finally encounter some more of their own kind. The coven of vampires is led by the stunningly handsome Armand (Antonio Banderas) who quickly falls in love with Louis. Louis is enamored of him as well, but he will never leave little Claudia, something Armand realizes.

The film ends back in the present in a departure from Rice's book. The new twist is exciting, though, and sets up the story for an inevitable sequel. It hasn't been made yet, but if it ever is, I'm looking forward to it.

The big question, of course, is, how is Tom Cruise as Lestat? In one word: brilliant. This is one of his best performances ever, heightened by the fact that he is playing a role so different from his typical screen persona. Cruise has always been an underrated actor, but hopefully that will start to change after people see him here. He is terrific.

The rest of the performances are also quite good. Brad Pitt does very well as the tortured, guilt-ridden Louis. Antonio Banderas is extraordinary as the seductive, young master of darkness. His is the most convincing portrayal of a vampire, filled with power and charisma.

Neil Jordan's direction is top-notch. Visually, "Vampire" is stunning, helped considerably by Dante Ferretti's superb production design. Anyone who has read the book-and anyone who has not-is sure to enjoy this haunting, erotic treat.

Tom Cruise and Brad Pitt as vampires??? Genius, if there ever was genius! These two, attractive actors who we;ve come to trust say, yeah? You like that? Well, walk with me. Isn't evil more dangerous if it comes wrapped in a pretty package? A package that's hard to resist? of course! Kirsten Dunst delivers a solid performance here as well. I know many Rice fans were angry with the casting, but I really feel it was a smart move. But, then I never read the book.

Anne Rice's Vampire Chronicles are sensual and voluptuous books, full of heavy gothic prose and powerful images. The movie of her first novel, 'Interview With The Vampire' is none of the above, but still manages to be a decent enough film, although it lacks any resemblance to the mood of Rice's original writing.

The plot follows the adventures of fledgeling Vampire Louis de Pointe du Lac (Brad Pitt), as told to a reporter (Christian Slater), one night in New Orleans. He starts from the beginning of his undead life and brings us right up to the present day, and introduces us to a host of grim characters along the way, the most prolific of which is Lestat, played with horrible boyishness by the hopelessly miscast Tom Cruise.

The movie has many good points. Neil Jordan's style of direction suits the mood of the film very well, and in some places, excels (the Theatre Des Vampires sequence is particularly memorable). Also excellent is Pitt, in his role as Louis. He remains as faithful as he can to Rice's pedantic, melancholic Vampire as the oddly lacklustre script allows. The soundtrack is also deserving of a mention, as its lavishness complements the gothic mood of the film beautifully.

The majority of glowing reviews for 'Interview', however, don't take into account the original novel, and it's here that the film fails. The character of Lestat DeLioncourt is that of a tortured and malevolent boy-monster, and yet Tom Cruise plays it with such high-camp gusto that we wonder if Warner Bros. gave Anne Rice money to retract her Tom Sawyer comments when she saw the initial screen tests. In Cruise's hands, Lestat becomes something like a Leslie-Nielsen style vampire, all fangs and drama and no substance. Similarly, Kirsten Dunst, who has now matured into a good actress, gives an overstated and hammy performance as Claudia, who, in the novel, is wise beyond her years, an unnatural and immortal monstrosity who eventually brings about the destruction of both Lestat and herself. And Antonio Banderas should never have been given the role of the Ayrean 16-year old Armand. He still speaks with a heavy Latino accent and is clearly a hispanic man in whiteface. He's nothing to do with the character of Armand.

That said, 'Interview' is still a very good movie, though it fails to deliver the same punch and atmosphere as the original novel. It's a solid story, with many good points, but for anyone who's read the book, it's a shame that so much potential was cast aside in favour of Hollywood-style Overstatement.

I haven't cared very much for Anne Rice's recent books, but her earlier work was outstanding. I loved "Interview" in particular, so I was really looking forward to this movie. There is always a risk in adapting such a vivid and powerful-not to mention beloved-book into a film. Director Neil Jordan and his collaborators have succeeded marvelously, though. This is an exciting, engaging film; remarkably faithful to Rice's original text.

The story opens in present day San Francisco. Louis (Brad Pitt), a 200 year-old vampire, is telling his life story to an interviewer (Christian Slater), who is shocked by his supernatural revelation. "I am flesh and blood," Louis tells him, "but not human."

His story takes us back to late 18th century New Orleans where Louis first encountered the Vampire Lestat (Tom Cruise). Desiring a companion, and in love with his beautiful looks, Lestat gives Louis the "Dark Gift"-that is, he makes him into a vampire. They live together for many years, roaming the streets at night, united by their common quest for blood.

Eventually, though, Lestat fears that Louis is going to leave him. Desperate, he makes a vampire of Claudia (Kirsten Dunst), a beautiful young child, knowing the Louis would never leave the girl. Thus they are bonded together as "one big, happy family." As it turns out, though, they are not so happy after all.

The story takes the vampires to Paris, where they finally encounter some more of their own kind. The coven of vampires is led by the stunningly handsome Armand (Antonio Banderas) who quickly falls in love with Louis. Louis is enamored of him as well, but he will never leave little Claudia, something Armand realizes.

The film ends back in the present in a departure from Rice's book. The new twist is exciting, though, and sets up the story for an inevitable sequel. It hasn't been made yet, but if it ever is, I'm looking forward to it.

The big question, of course, is, how is Tom Cruise as Lestat? In one word: brilliant. This is one of his best performances ever, heightened by the fact that he is playing a role so different from his typical screen persona. Cruise has always been an underrated actor, but hopefully that will start to change after people see him here. He is terrific.

The rest of the performances are also quite good. Brad Pitt does very well as the tortured, guilt-ridden Louis. Antonio Banderas is extraordinary as the seductive, young master of darkness. His is the most convincing portrayal of a vampire, filled with power and charisma.

Neil Jordan's direction is top-notch. Visually, "Vampire" is stunning, helped considerably by Dante Ferretti's superb production design. Anyone who has read the book-and anyone who has not-is sure to enjoy this haunting, erotic treat.

Tom Cruise and Brad Pitt as vampires??? Genius, if there ever was genius! These two, attractive actors who we;ve come to trust say, yeah? You like that? Well, walk with me. Isn't evil more dangerous if it comes wrapped in a pretty package? A package that's hard to resist? of course! Kirsten Dunst delivers a solid performance here as well. I know many Rice fans were angry with the casting, but I really feel it was a smart move. But, then I never read the book.

Here is another in the great line of movies that will have you quoting lines to your friends for years to come. For those who live to quote movie lines, this film is second only to "Army of Darkness" for memorable lines.

Now, does that make it a five star movie. No, don't be silly. This movie earns its stars for a great story played out by a fantastic cast under the wonderful direction of Rob Reiner. Tom Cruise has the biggest role and delivers a fantastic performance as a slacker lawyer who discovers his abilities just in time to try the case of his life. Moore and Nicholson add star power and each is brilliant in their role. But, the three big stars aside, this movie is really made by the supporting cast. The list of actors who shine in support in this film is endless. Walsh, Pollack, Bacon, Gooding, Burnley, Dane, Fultz, Sutherland, et. al. make up the real legal dream team. This is truly a great ensemble cast (and fertile ground for the Kevin Bacon Game).

The courtroom scenes will drive trial lawyers crazy, but that criticism misses the point. The writers may have been sick the day they taught law in law school, but that is just the difference between paper law and trial law. So, while the lawyers may object strenuously, I say this film is matched only by "The Caine Mutiny" as great courtroom movies.

Don't miss this one, it is a masterpiece.

This movie is one amazing piece of work. A Few Good Men leaves you sitting in astonishment, as you can't believe the remarkable movie you just had the absolute pleasure of watching.

I am not a big Tom Cruise fan, but he truly performed on Oscar level in this film. I really enjoyed watching his character mature as the moive progressed. Jack Nicholson was simply "Jack" - enough said. This role was seriously made for him. Throw in Demi Moore, Kevin Bacon, and an exceptional performance by Kevin Pollack, and you have one blockbuster of a film. Cuba Gooding Jr. and ER's Noah Wiley also had minor roles in this film, and if that wasn't enough, add in the directing genius of Rob Reiner. Need I say more?

The film flowed extremely well, and the acting was far better than superb. The storyline was forever changing, allowing the suspense to be overwhelmingly good. The courtroom scenes, although slightly unbelievable, were so dramatic and enticing that you couldn't help but feel like you were on that jury witnessing all of the theatrics involved.

A Few Good Men will leave you wanting more, and the ending, somewhat unpredictable, will knock you out of your seat. This is one great film, and would make an excellent addition to anyone's film library.

Have you ever seen one of those movies that you could watch again and again? This is it for me! I can't being to tell you how many times I have stopped in the middle of cleaning the house, doing homework, eating dinner, whatever to watch A FEW GOOD MEN if it was on tv, cable, whatever. This movie is a great movie with a tremendous cast. Jack Nicholson, Tom Cruise, Kevin Bacon, Demi Moore all give amazing performances. This is a movie that everyone should watch atleast once.
Even today I went to my dvd collection to pop it in the DVD player just to watch it again. I think this movie is a real treat for anyone who enjoys court room dramas, movies about military that is not about war, and who loves the actors listed above because I can't imagine any one else in these roles than the great cast in this line up! RENT AND ENJOY! No wait...BUY IT! You won't regret it!!

Here is another in the great line of movies that will have you quoting lines to your friends for years to come. For those who live to quote movie lines, this film is second only to "Army of Darkness" for memorable lines.

Now, does that make it a five star movie. No, don't be silly. This movie earns its stars for a great story played out by a fantastic cast under the wonderful direction of Rob Reiner. Tom Cruise has the biggest role and delivers a fantastic performance as a slacker lawyer who discovers his abilities just in time to try the case of his life. Moore and Nicholson add star power and each is brilliant in their role. But, the three big stars aside, this movie is really made by the supporting cast. The list of actors who shine in support in this film is endless. Walsh, Pollack, Bacon, Gooding, Burnley, Dane, Fultz, Sutherland, et. al. make up the real legal dream team. This is truly a great ensemble cast (and fertile ground for the Kevin Bacon Game).

The courtroom scenes will drive trial lawyers crazy, but that criticism misses the point. The writers may have been sick the day they taught law in law school, but that is just the difference between paper law and trial law. So, while the lawyers may object strenuously, I say this film is matched only by "The Caine Mutiny" as great courtroom movies.

Don't miss this one, it is a masterpiece.

This movie is one amazing piece of work. A Few Good Men leaves you sitting in astonishment, as you can't believe the remarkable movie you just had the absolute pleasure of watching.

I am not a big Tom Cruise fan, but he truly performed on Oscar level in this film. I really enjoyed watching his character mature as the moive progressed. Jack Nicholson was simply "Jack" - enough said. This role was seriously made for him. Throw in Demi Moore, Kevin Bacon, and an exceptional performance by Kevin Pollack, and you have one blockbuster of a film. Cuba Gooding Jr. and ER's Noah Wiley also had minor roles in this film, and if that wasn't enough, add in the directing genius of Rob Reiner. Need I say more?

The film flowed extremely well, and the acting was far better than superb. The storyline was forever changing, allowing the suspense to be overwhelmingly good. The courtroom scenes, although slightly unbelievable, were so dramatic and enticing that you couldn't help but feel like you were on that jury witnessing all of the theatrics involved.

A Few Good Men will leave you wanting more, and the ending, somewhat unpredictable, will knock you out of your seat. This is one great film, and would make an excellent addition to anyone's film library.

Have you ever seen one of those movies that you could watch again and again? This is it for me! I can't being to tell you how many times I have stopped in the middle of cleaning the house, doing homework, eating dinner, whatever to watch A FEW GOOD MEN if it was on tv, cable, whatever. This movie is a great movie with a tremendous cast. Jack Nicholson, Tom Cruise, Kevin Bacon, Demi Moore all give amazing performances. This is a movie that everyone should watch atleast once.
Even today I went to my dvd collection to pop it in the DVD player just to watch it again. I think this movie is a real treat for anyone who enjoys court room dramas, movies about military that is not about war, and who loves the actors listed above because I can't imagine any one else in these roles than the great cast in this line up! RENT AND ENJOY! No wait...BUY IT! You won't regret it!!