Based on 373 votes and 50 reviews.
Wow, this movie was terrible! From the bad directing and editing, to the awful, overly-sentimental script, to the general "disconnectedness" I felt from scene to scene. It's too bad, I was really looking forward to this movie. I really like Joaquin Phoenix, Mark Wahlberg and Robert Duvall, but unfortunately their talents were wasted in this film. I almost walked out, and I haven't done that since David Cronenberg's "Crash" in '96. A rental at best folks - save your money.
This movie had all of the potential to be an excellent film but the ending was lacking in direction and storyline. The movie abruptly ends 360 degrees from where the lead character begins. I loved it until 3/4 of the way through - really proves that the screenplay and character development is everything.
AMAZING MOVIE!!!!!!! I was glued to the screen from beginning to end! loved it! one of the best Police thrillers ever made!!! check it out !
GREAT MOVIE! Joaquin Phoenix gives a strong performance, as do supporting actors Mark Wahlberg and Robert Duvall. It's a great look into the harsh realities of being a cop, as well as the intense circumstances that can change a person. It's got a good mix of action and drama, so if you like that, DEFINITELY check it out.
CAPTIVATING WITH SOME INTENSED MOMENT, BUT LEFT OUT A LOT OF DETAILS.
What a great movie!! The acting was fantastic and it kept me at the edge of my seat the whole time. The only critique I have is about the ending..it could have been a bit stronger because it didn't really leave an impact but the whole movie was so worth seeing!!! Go see it!!
Not An Oscar Winner
This movie was long and drawn out...The ending was terrible. Nothing that you will remember in a week or two. This is certainly a rent-a-movie type film.
Awesome movie.
better then any movie out there. Best movie ever made by far