XXX (2002)

This is clearly an attempt to create a new action/spy thriller franchise starring Vin Diesel. The sequel is already in production. The opening scene sets the tone. You have a 007-like character trying to infiltrate a European rave. He stands out like a sore thumb in his tux and gets killed.… Read the rest “XXX (2002)”

Solaris (2002)

Slow. Very slow. Waste of money and time. I can’t believe they even released it. Did they even watch it before releasing it?? I wouldn’t really call it a true “sci-fi” either. They speak of the alien visitors, but you never actually see one.

Windtalkers (2002)

If you like John Woo’s action sequences, that may be reason enough to see this movie. I cannot think of any other reason. They have taken a good cast (Nick Cage and Christian Slater) and paired them up with two very interesting Navaho actors in an extremely interesting historical time period and still failed to create a good movie.… Read the rest “Windtalkers (2002)”

Changing Lanes (2002)

Changing Lanes pits Sam Jackson against Ben Afleck in a story where you can empathize with each character in the situation they are in. Ben’s character is not a likable character. While changing lanes, they have a little car accident. Ben’s character is in a hurry and doesn’t want to be bothered with doing the right thing at the accident.… Read the rest “Changing Lanes (2002)”