First, I'll state I'm a big fan of Denzel Washington. I really enjoy his movies. That's why this is a bit of a disappointment. I'm very surprised that this got him the Oscar. He's had so many better roles and movies.
The movie wanted to be realistic, but the story is unbelievable. There's no way a savvy Alonzo, with so much at risk, would have involved a total wildcard like Jake.
Even if you go along the plot, none of the characters are that gripping. I didn't care about anyone in the movie, except for a couple of kids.
I'd say 4 out of 10 stars.
The movie wanted to be realistic, but the story is unbelievable. There's no way a savvy Alonzo, with so much at risk, would have involved a total wildcard like Jake.
Even if you go along the plot, none of the characters are that gripping. I didn't care about anyone in the movie, except for a couple of kids.
I'd say 4 out of 10 stars.