Reviews — The Bone Collector
Audience write-ups from TMDB
CinemaSerf
Denzel Washington’s portrayal of "Lincoln," a forensics specialist now dealing with quadriplegia and dangerous seizures, felt almost effortless; he seemingly didn't have to exert much effort. Concerned about the possibility of enduring a seizure in a state where he couldn’t fully recover, he had made arrangements for euthanasia. However, before that could happen, his former coworkers informed him about a disturbing s…
GenerationofSwine
Denzel Washington—it’s hard to believe he was once that captivating, isn't it? He essentially rescued "Malcolm X" from becoming just another misfire for Spike Lee. His portrayal of the most despicable villain imaginable in "Training Day" resulted in one of the finest performances I’ve ever witnessed. Now, though, he seems content to play “the intelligent officer.” In “Fallen,” he was that same character fac…
The Movie Mob
The Bone Collector stands out as an exceptional crime thriller from the 1990s due to its unsettling portrayal of a killer and pervasive sense of dread. It's truly among the strongest movies in the thriller-mystery genre! The film holds viewers’ attention with a brisk, suspenseful rhythm and remarkable acting by Denzel Washington alongside Angelina Jolie early in her career. Even though more than two decades have p…
JPV852
It proved to be an enjoyable crime thriller, with both Washington and Jolie delivering solid performances. It didn’t reach exceptional heights, and the consistently somber atmosphere wasn't always successful—though I did appreciate Craig Armstrong's music, which I still find myself playing on my iPod. The identity of the killer felt somewhat underwhelming when it was finally shown, but apart from that, it was perfect…
tmdb15435519
This is likely among the weakest films I’ve seen Denzel Washington in. That said, he and Angelina Jolie manage to give performances that rise above what's typical for this kind of movie, within a fairly engaging crime story. There isn't much else positive to say about it.

