A thriller deserving more recognition. The story centers around a gunman who intends to target a large crowd at a championship football game. Captain Peter Holly spearheads the urgent effort to prevent the individual from randomly killing people. Situated atop the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, he has numerous potential victims—the Mayor, the President, or ordinary bystanders—and must be stopped before chaos erupts. Similar to "Rollercoaster," released a year later, Two-Minute Warning is unfairly categorized alongside the disaster films that were common in the 1970s. Like its counterpart, it’s a very well-made and suspenseful thriller. The film's progression is carefully managed; all characters are presented so we can connect with them if tragedy strikes. During this time, brief glimpses of the killer are shown, accompanied by Charles Fox’s intense score. Although the killer remains unseen, the feeling of dread and the anticipation of violence are ever-present. Once the game begins and authorities realize a sniper is on the roof, the film increases the tension considerably. Captain Holly (Charlton Heston, displaying authority and command) is joined by the SWAT team, headed by the calm and collected Sgt. Chris Button (John Cassavetes), while stadium security manager Sam McKeever (Martin Balsam) hopes disaster can be avoided. The final third of the movie delivers a truly exciting and intense experience, rewarding viewers for their investment in the film and its main characters. Also appearing are Gena Rowlands, Jack Klugman (who shares an excellent dynamic with Mitch Ryan’s priest), Beau Bridges, Walter Pidgeon, and David Jansen. Two-Minute Warning is a strong thriller that doesn't receive enough appreciation on IMDb; I suggest checking it out—you might be pleasantly surprised. 7.5/10 Note: My assessment refers to the original, uncut version of this film; I’ve never seen the altered television broadcast and have no intention of doing so.

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