This is the second time I’ve seen it, and it remains a strong thriller featuring an excellent ending; practically everything in that finale appeared to be achieved with practical effects—with one exception—which is something that would likely be handled through CGI now. The actors Hackman and Archer both deliver solid performances, and at just 94 minutes, it’s a brief but enjoyable way to use an evening. **3.5/5**

Peter Hyams made the choice to revisit one of cinema's most admired noir crime stories from the nineteen fifties, and when you think about it, the result is pretty decent. It doesn't come anywhere near the brilliance of Richard Fleischer’s original film from 1952, which was incredibly tense and confining. Casting Gene Hackman and Anne Archer as the main characters provides a solid starting point. As an employee of…