n the early '80s, the DEA set up a network of dummy corporations as a government front to launder drug money and gather evidence about crime at the time. The problem is, this company started to make A LOT of money. In 1986 the operation was terminated, and the account had accumulated $400,000,000. The account just sat there, untouched, and years later is now worth $9,500,000,000. That operation was Operation: Swordfish. Gabriel Shear (John Travolta) wants in on this money and will do anything to get to it, but the account is protected by a 512bit encryption system - so he needs a hacker to do so. Enter stage left Stanley Jobson (Hugh Jackman), one of the best hackers in the world who is down on his luck, has no money, just spent two years in prison, lost custody of his daughter to his wife who makes porno with her new director hubby and who, if he comes into contact with a keyboard of any sort, will find himself back in jail quicker than you can say �Press ANY KEY to continue�. Heck, Gabriel is willing to pay Stanley $10,000,000 to hack into the account and who is Stanley to pass up the amount of Kerry Packer's tax bill? Action aplenty, a Matrix-esque opening effects shot, a beautiful looking style of film making, some very decent performances from all cast including Halle Berry�s �assets�, which received a $4,000,000 pay check. Video Don't make fun of my ring tones... Excuse me while I stand back and applaud another effort from Village Roadshow that lifts the bar of what hdDVD can do to new heights. Sorry for sounding like I'm blowing their trumpet, but I've got to give praise where praise is due. This is such a beautiful transfer. That feeling you got when you first saw hdDVD and thought "Wow, look at that" just happened again when watching this transfer. Absolutely magnificent. Director Dominic Sena seems to have a certain 'look' to his recent efforts. If you've had a chance to check out the remake of Gone in 60 Seconds with Nicolas Cage then you'll know what I'm talking about. That rustic look, with a slightly distorted hue is employed here emphasizing the blues and greens throughout, particularly the hypercolour paint job on the TVR (Travolta's car). Audio Sysadmin heaven This soundtrack may seem a little plain for an action movie in the early nineties, but that's expectation for you. Those of you who appreciate a good soundtrack for the way it supports the video rather than taking it over and distracting you, this is it. From the opening 360 degree pan with ball bearings flying in all manner of directions, the 5.1 speaker system is called upon to full effect. The chase sequence with various forms of firearms being unloaded also provides another shining example of the detail put into making this soundtrack the killer that it is. Dialogue is always on par with the action aplenty. It is never drowned out by the barrage of imaging and directionality and even works with the musical score quite well providing for a balanced level of sonic pleasure all around you. Mr Sub Woof sits away in the corner and provides a booming voice when prodded.Read full review
A very good and entertaining movie with a great cast. 5Stars
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Good story. Entertaining story and characters.
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
This movie has had a lot of bad reviews. I heard it was horrible, but then I saw it and was in awww. Not only was it creative but fast paced. Right into the action and just keeps your attention through the whole thing. Trust me rent this movie you wont be dissappointed.
This movie looks great in HDDVD. I highly recommend this movie because it is very entertaining and Halle Berry looks good in this flick. John Travolta did a great job as the bad guy. Great movie.
This is a perfect movie to see travolta playing a bad guy. He is an excellent actor and really makes you hate his character in this movie. And for all the men out there, you get to see Halle topless in this one.
This is an awesome movie! It has everything, action, technology, beautiful women. This is a must own!!
Excellent movie for surround sound. Several scenes that flex your home theater muscle.. Plus John Travolta and Hally Berry, Great action.
Movie is a good movie, but HD disks are very picky about which player they play in. Mine wont even recognize the disk.
A awesome action & thriller that keeps you quessing up to the end. The actors are great, they preform at the peak of there acting carearr.
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