What can be said about this film? The character development is flawless, the writing and directing on par with Citizen Kane, and performances that leave one breathless. Particularly, Michael Ironside, who follows up his performance in Starship Troopers with this masterpiece. Not since his played the ruthless Richter in Total Recall has Ironside left his audience so convinced of his villainy. Not to mention Ron Perlman's heart warming defense of the elevator industry which only leaves tears in ones eyes. Bravo to Dick Maas for conjuring up such an original storyline that is clearly on par with other amazing movies. Sidekicks, Top Dog, Jingle All the Way, all need to move over and make way for as the number one film in all of our hearts. See this movie and you will be left with a euphoria that is indescribable.
The Shaft
(2001)
Incandescent, Amazing, and above all Intelligent
25 February 2006
Warning: Spoilers