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Unstoppable is an action drama directed by Tony Scott. Mark Bomback has written the script for this film. Julie Yorn, Tony Scott, Mimi Rogers, Eric McLeod, and

Unstoppable Movie Review

Unstoppable Movie Review English
Review for the film " Unstoppable"
Runtime: 01 Hour 38 Minutes
Certificate: UA
Released: 12-11-2010
Genre: Action, Thriller
3 / 5.0
3.58 / 5.0

CAST & CREW


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  • Producer:
  • Alex Young
  • Eric McLeod
  • Julie Yorn
  • Tony Scott
  • Music Director:
  • Harry Gregson-Williams
  • Editor:
  • Robert Duffy
  • Chris Lebenzon
  • Director:
  • Tony Scott
  • Supporting Actress:
  • Costume Designer:
  • Penny Rose
  • Art Director:
  • Dawn Swiderski
  • Drew Boughton
  • Co-Producer:
  • Adam Somner
  • Director of Photography:
  • Ben Seresin
  • Casting Director:
  • Denise Chamian
  • Sound Effects Editor:
  • Christopher Assells
  • Sound Re-recording Mixer:
  • Beau Borders
  • Kevin O\'Connell
  • Screenplay Writer:
  • Mark Bomback
  • Production Designer:
  • Chris Seagers
  • Set Decorator:
  • Rosemary Brandenburg
  • Special Effects Coordinator:
  • Sean Amborn
  • Bruno Van Zeebroeck
  • Special Effects Technician:
  • Dewaldt Hicks
  • Stunt Coordinator:
  • Gary Powell

Unstoppable is an action drama directed by Tony Scott. Mark Bomback has written the script for this film. Julie Yorn Julie Yorn is a producer. She was born in the year >> Read More... , Tony Scott, Mimi Rogers Mimi Rogers is a film actress and also a TV serial >> Read More... , Eric McLeod, and Alex Young Alexander Morgan ‘Alex’ Young was born on August 2 >> Read More... have co-produced this film. This film is distributed under the banner of 20th Century Fox. Ben Seresin is the cinematographer, while Chris Lebenzon and Robert Duffy are the editors of this film. This film stars Denzel Washington Born as Denzel Hayes Washington, Jr. on December 2 >> Read More... and Chris Pine He is known to be one of the most talented new bor >> Read More... in the lead. The supporting cast of this film includes Rosario Dawson Rosario Dawson was born on 9 May, 1979. Her star s >> Read More... , Ethan Suplee Born in Manhattan, New York in the USA on May 25th >> Read More... , Kevin Dunn Kevin Dunn was born on 24 August 1956 in Chicago, >> Read More... , Kevin Corrigan Kevin Corrigan whose full name is Kevin Fitzgerald >> Read More... , etc. The film got a theatrical release on 12 November 2010.

Plot

An unmanned freight train that contains harmful chemicals is hurtling towards a town at breakneck speed. It is up to an old railway engineer and a conductor to bring the halt before it can wreak havoc on the citizens.

Star Performances

Tony Scott keeps this film as realistic as possible. This is one of the biggest highlights of this intense thriller.

Denzel Washington and Chris Pine have done a phenomenal job as the men on the mission. Apart from the two actors, it is Rosario Dawson who packs a punch as a local yardmaster.

Analysis

A film that seems like ‘Speed’ on tracks? Well, that’s what ‘Unstoppable’ is. Based on actual events, the Tony Scott directorial is slick, fast-paced, and yet strongly embedded in realism. The plot isn’t unique, but the approach taken by director Tony Scott and writer Mark Bomback can be called so.

Unlike many of the cartoonish films masquerading as action flicks, Tony Scott takes a more realistic approach. The railway operatives are no superheroes. They are regular employees, vulnerable, and yet they have the potential to do the unthinkable.

Of course, there are some heroic moments. Yet, none of them are over the top. ‘Unstoppable’ may seem like ‘Speed’ on railway tracks, only that it is less commercial and more humane. Also, if the director is Tony Scott, you can be assured that the film won’t be devoid of action.

Chris Pine and Denzel Washington shine in this action thriller. If they are on screen, you feel concerned for both. Yet, you have this assurance that in the end, everything shall be all right. Their performances keep you interested in the plot. The supporting cast is also commendable, with Rosario Dawson and Kevin Dunn being the standout performers.

Yes, there are some issues with keeping the narrative intact. The editing may also not seem crisp in some sequences. However, they have little impact on the overall experience, which is engaging, as well as rooted.

What's There?

  • Slick direction by Tony Scott
  • Good writing by Mark Bomback
  • Great performances by Denzel Washington and Chris Pine
  • Able support from actors like Rosario Dawson, Kevin Dunn etc.

What's Not There?

  • Not-so-impressive editing
  • Lack of coherence in narrative

Verdict

‘Unstoppable’ is one action film that keeps you engaged, and makes you cheer for the protagonists. Yet, by no means, this is over the top, or bizarre like other action flicks. You can watch this without any second thoughts!