The film is a display of traditional movie craftsmanship, especially at the level of the screenplay, which respects the characters and story and doesn't simply use them for dialogue breaks between action sequences.
75
Christian Science MonitorDavid Sterritt
Christian Science MonitorDavid Sterritt
Proudly old-fashioned in every way except the often excessive violence that director Martin Campbell splashes across the screen.
75
ReelViewsJames Berardinelli
ReelViewsJames Berardinelli
A great deal of excitement and adventure, all brought to the screen by using a somewhat irreverent tone that keeps the mood light without trivializing the characters.
70
TV Guide MagazineMaitland McDonagh
TV Guide MagazineMaitland McDonagh
Old-fashioned fun that goes down as smoothly as a vintage cocktail.