Nick of Time
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Movie Reviews of Nick of Time
Movie Review: "REAL-TIME THRILLER"? NOT SURE. BUT RIVETING!
Summary: 4 Stars
Neat idea, executed almost to perfection. Played along "real time" to involve the viewer directly into the tension of a stiff deadline. Johnny Depp, an ordinary Joe, is assigned to kill a senator or his daughter will be killed by Walken and the Mafia. All he has is a photograph, a gun and an ultimatum. I am not convinced that the ambitious concept of real time played out too well, but with this much talent on board it still holds it own. A throwback to the Hitchcock everyman thrillers of years ago, Depp plays his character well and you always believe he is just an ordinary man in an unbelievable situation rather than an action hero in the making while Walken does what he does best and plays the villain well.
You'll be on the edge of your seat until the denouement when you find stuff out at the same time as Depp. Part of the conspiratorial stuff is a little feeble and perhaps could have been skipped without a dent in the script, but thankfully it doesn't dilute the tension around the chemistry of Depp and Walken.
Not a classic thriller but quite an original theme with crafty intrigue. Highly recommended for people with a flavour for action and suspense.
Movie Review: Walken takes the Gold.Again.
Summary: 4 Stars
Johnny Depp is Gene Watson,an Accountant,arriving home at Union Station,with his Little Girl.Already at the Station are two shady Characters,looking for someone.Anyone;who can be forced at will into Killing a top Goverment Official?Gene's daughter is taken from him,if Gene wants to see her again,he must kill the Official within ninety minuets.Before buying this DVD i read a few Critic's reviews,and many other customer reviews.Nick of Time,i feel is extremely under-rated.Christopher Walken gives a flawless performance,co-starring as a hired-type Killer,who sticks to Watson like a Duck to water.Some unexpected,awesome plot twists,and a suspenseful,gripping atmosphere,make this a great thriller.For Walken's performance alone,worth a look. The picture quality on this disc is totally flawless.Framed (matted) at 1.85:1. The 5.1 Dolby Digital track is also flawless. A shame that the only significant extra on this DVD is a trailer. For Fans of Walken (or Depp),a dvd worthy to be in your collection.Movie Review: FAR FETCHED, BUT TAUT THRILLER!
Summary: 4 Stars
I had not seen this film in a few years, so I decided to give it another look. The film is fast paced and will keep your heart pumping through it's 88 minute running time. Depp and Walken add credibility to the incredible story! So.... When reviewing a movie like this I ask myself, what were the film makers trying to accomplish? This is not Citizen Kane, it's a slickly made intense thriller with a few minor flaws! If you don't think about it too long or seriously you will enjoy this movie. The last two minutes are a bit of a disappointment because of the "Hollywood" ending, but up until then it's a fun ride! Is it somewhat far fetched ....absolutely, do I care?.........absolutely NOT! The DVD has a nice transfer, but only a trailer for bonus material.Movie Review: Depp and Walken in real-time suspense
Summary: 4 Stars
Johnny Depp's character is coerced into in assassination plot by a corrupt government agent played by Christopher Walken.
I like this movie. I think some of it is a little far fetched, but I like that it tries to tell the story in real time. It helps put you in the situation and adds to the suspense. And the situation is a tough one to get out of, with seemingly omniscient antagonists that deny his every attempt to free his captive daughter through means other than complying with their criminal demands. I think what appeals to me most is he's alone against the world and your right there with him. He's an ordinary guy put in an extroardinary situation, and the audience is taken along for the ride as he struggles to find a way.
Movie Review: Underrated, pre-24 "real time" nail biter
Summary: 4 Stars
Johnny Depp stars in this pre-24 Hitchcockian nail biter as an average joe drawn into a murder plot after his daughter is snatched from him. Pre-dating the "real time" gimmick made famous by Fox's hit series 24, Nick of Time utilizes this technique very well for the most part, even though there is danger of the film coming apart before it reaches it's climax. Despite that, Nick of Time is a potent nail biter, with a great performance from Depp as an everyman in over his head, and a superb performance from the always excellent Christopher Walken as a man who seemingly has his eye on Depp every second. A box office disappointment in 1995, Nick of Time is definitely worth seeing for fans of Depp or fans of "real time" thrillers like 24.