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Although it eventually runs out of smart ideas and resorts to a typically explosive finale, this above-average thriller rises above its formulaic limitations on the strength of powerful performances by Samuel L Jackson and Kevin Spacey. Both play Chicago police negotiators with hotshot reputations, but when Jackson's character finds himself falsely accused of embezzling funds from a police pension fund, he's so thoroughly framed that he must take extreme measures to prove his innocence. He takes hostages in police headquarters to buy time and plan his strategy, demanding that Spacey be brought in to mediate with him as an army of cops threatens to attack, and a media circus ensues. Both negotiators know how to get into the other man's thoughts, and this intellectual showdown allows both Spacey and Jackson to ignite the screen with a burst of volatile intensity. Director F Gary Gray is disadvantaged by an otherwise predictable screenplay, but he has a knack for building suspense and is generous to a fine supporting cast, including Paul Giamatti as one of Jackson's high-strung hostages, and the late JT Walsh in what would sadly be his final big-screen role. The Negotiator should have trusted its compelling characters a little more, probing their psyches more intensely to give the suspense a deeper dramatic foundation, but it's good enough to give two great actors a chance to strut their stuff. --Jeff Shannon
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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
By A Customer
Format:DVD
No matter what film you see him in, Samuel L. Jackson proves his value to the film by becoming such a believable character. This film is the same as he dominates with co-negotiator Kevin Spacey, another actor of the highest quality who adds to any film he graces. I can't remember when I was last so impressed with a COMPLETE film including support characters, screenplay, storyline and general ability to hold the viewer through a series of twists and developments which are well worked and believable to the end. Like most high quality films, rather than good light entertainment like Ocean's Eleven and Twelve, The Negotiator is best watched uninterrupted as the flow is as important to the enjoyment as the other elements which make this so watchable. So set up the drinks and popcorn and settle down to a real acting treat.
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
For those who has watched the moive this line will be in one of the intense scenes in this thriller!!. Great moives not necessarily win awards, even though this hasnt the complicated 'setting up of a cop', it will keep you on your toes till the end.Super Acting by Samuel L Jackson and Kevin Spacy!,well done. Many say the best part comes right at the end but i deny it!. Its a good moive right from the start with snippets of action where needed.Also great acting from 'Bec' sorry i cant remember the name of him. Samuel belives himself and goes to the very end to find out who took his partner out and whos behind the ....,ok i wont spill it all out for those who haven't watched it. Great Moive. Must See.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
By N. Williams
Format:VHS Tape
This is a great film! The two lead actors both do some real tour-de-force acting which gets very intense at times. Also, forget what anyone else says about the plot being a little thin. It's an action film as well as a thriller, what do you expect? The conclusion is obvious, but how it is reached is a non-stop thrill ride that will keep you glued to your screen to the bitter end! The plot specifics are a little complex in places and you have to keep your wits about you but it's thoroughly rewarding. a great vehicle for the acting talents of Jackson and Spacey and a film that's well worth a look.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
By A Customer
Format:DVD
If you read a review of this film saying that it's all talk until the finale, don't believe a word. There's enough action here for any die hard Die Hard fan. But if you want a masterclass in modern Hollywood acting, that's here too - neither Jackson nor Spacy (surely, along with Morgan Freeman, the greatest film actors currently working) disappoint. The Negotiator is a good, tense, exciting, character-driven action film.
8 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
I saw this film before my Kevin Spacey infatuation so I wasn't biased then - honest! Anyway I have always been a Samuel L Jackson fan and although this was not the video of my choice when I rented it initially it is now one of my firm favourites and a proud part of my DVD collection.
Basically what happens here is that the negotiator becomes the hostage taker in this intelligent plot, where you never really know until the final few minutes just who are the bad guys. Roman decides to call in the help of a man he met once but knows is as good a negotiator as he, Sabian - a man who knows the rules but doesnt know him or his coleagues from the squad. A man with no agendas and no 'favourites', a man who can help him find the truth about his friend Nate - his partner and the death that he is being framed for.
Even if you dont like these actors this is a film that is well worth seeing, the action and the dialogue shine, and the end will leave you breathless.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
By Mr. S. Kemp
Format:Blu-ray
I'm a big fan of this film. As soon as i found out it was on blu ray i knew it was a must buy. Wasn't disappointed! Quality was great.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
Somewhat of a slow start to this film....however...
If you want to be on the edge of your seat wondering what is going to happen next this film delivers from start to finish. As soon as it all kicks off, and you will know what I mean when you see it, you don't get a moments peace until the very end. Twists and turns, with brilliant acting from the pairing of Kevin Spacey and Samuel L. Jackson, you will enjoy a thrilling ride.
For an action packed 2 hours, watch this movie!!
If you want to be on the edge of your seat wondering what is going to happen next this film delivers from start to finish. As soon as it all kicks off, and you will know what I mean when you see it, you don't get a moments peace until the very end. Twists and turns, with brilliant acting from the pairing of Kevin Spacey and Samuel L. Jackson, you will enjoy a thrilling ride.
For an action packed 2 hours, watch this movie!!
7 of 8 people found the following review helpful
By A Customer
Format:VHS Tape
wow - what can I say? This film is absolutely brilliant. The acting is superb, Kevin Spacey and Samuel L Jackson perfect, the timing of the action excellent. It is over 2 hours long yet it is so enthralling you hardly notice - Jackson works for the police as a negotiator, in hostage situations who is apparently guilty of murdering his partner. His only chance to prove his innocence is to hold people hostage, and insist on another negotiator who is not linked to his precinct where he believes there is 'bad cops' - enter Kevin Spacey - wow - what more could you ask for?!
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The Negotiator DVD
Delivery was very quick. This was a Christmas present for my Son in Law who is a massive Samuel L. Jackson fan & he loves it.
Published 2 months ago by Mrs K Daly
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The Negotiator
A really good movie which was action packed and held our attention. We would recommend as a very entertaining film,
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Published 2 months ago by Nuala
5.0 out of 5 stars
love this film
Kevin Spacey is great, as is the great Samuel L Jackson. Lots of action and thrills, can definitely recommend it.
Published 6 months ago by InachisYarns
2.0 out of 5 stars
Poor quality DVD.
No problems with the film, but the DVD I received froze about 1:35 in and then jerked from stopped to action over the next 5-10 minutes.
Published 6 months ago by Peter
3.0 out of 5 stars
Overwrought
This film packs a few surprises, but Samuel L Jackson and Kevin Spacey don't. They play their archetypes, which we've seen in Pulp Fiction and The Usual Suspects. Read more
Published 9 months ago by William Cohen
5.0 out of 5 stars
Sabians's Choice
Samuel L. Jackson (Pulp Fiction) & Kevin Spacey (American Beauty) lead the cast of this highly suspensefull thriller. Read more
Published 13 months ago by Jules
5.0 out of 5 stars
Guts and Suspense
Grab onto something all along the film, its permanent tension unfolds in so many aspects that is difficult to sum it all in one review. By the way the casting is gorgeous. Read more
Published 16 months ago by Ariel Guerra
2.0 out of 5 stars
The worst of the '90s stereotypes
Too many helicopters, black SUVs, special ops guys, police cars, flashing lights, sirens, etc. I especially hated the scene at the end of the movie, similar to scenes from dozens... Read more
Published 17 months ago by Petri
5.0 out of 5 stars
Perfect film
This is a perfect film,I saw it so much time,Two actors is smart and brave cop in the movie,Watch the movie I fell so exciting is a very good movie,So you must watch it!
Published 21 months ago by Paul
5.0 out of 5 stars
All star cast on top form
This has to be the best hostage-negotiator film ever made. The cast is pure gold with Sam Jackson and Kevin Spacey in the leads and a cracking supporting cast of David Morse, J. Read more
Published on 27 April 2011 by ekb
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