| | Swordfish DVD (8 Customer Reviews)
| Category | Action/Adventure DVDs, Action Movies, Warner Store Videos, Warner Theatrical, Dramas, Thriller, Adventure, Mystery, Spies, Money | | Starring | John Travolta, Halle Berry, Hugh Jackman, Don Cheadle, Sam Shepard, Zach Grenier, Vinnie Jones, Camryn Grimes | | Director | Dominic Sena | | Composer | Christopher Young, Paul Okenfold | | Costume Designer | Ha Ngyen | | Director of Photography | Paul Cameron | | Editor | Stephen E. Rivkin | | Executive Producer | Bruce Berman, Jim Van Wyck | | Producer | Joel Silver, Dan Cracchiolo, Jonathan Krane | | Production Designer | Jeff Mann | | Screenwriter | Skip Woods |
Gabriel Shear (John Travolta), a charismatic and dangerous spy wanting to finance his own brand of patriotism, needs to get inside a computer network protected by firewalls, passwords and the most advanced security systems. If he can get in, billions in illegal government funds wait for the taking. To actually steal the money, however, he'll need a superhacker. Star John Travolta revisits the grinning villain territory he explored in BROKEN ARROW and FACE/OFF with this stylish, supercharged techno-thriller. He plays Gabriel, a charismatic, fast-living mystery man who, with help from his right-hand woman, Ginger (Halle Berry), recruits ex-con and former master hacker Stan (Hugh Jackman) to aid in a plan to steal billions from a secret government bank account. Stan reluctantly agrees to help in order to finance the legal battle for custody of his young daughter (Camryn Grimes). Meanwhile an FBI computer crimes specialist (Don Cheadle) is determined to find out what's about to go down, and plans to use Stan to find out.
The movie amply earns its keep by cleverly zig-zagging away from audience's expectations and delivering many clever, pulse-pounding action set pieces--including an incredible opening explosion, a car chase through downtown Los Angeles replete with blazing machine guns, and a spectacular airborne climax. With the help of a propulsive electronica score by DJ Paul Okenfold, director Dominic Sena (GONE IN 60 SECONDS) lays down lots of style, and Travolta is mesmerizing in his juicy role. Swordfish Reviews: "...The movie has constant mayhem and a speedy pace..."
-- Mike Clark, USA Today "...Enjoyably corrupt....[Travolta] electrifies the space around him with his mellifluous and cocky authority..."
-- Owen Gleiberman, Entertainment Weekly "...Mounted in breathlessly stylish fashion, with a great-looking cast....It's turbo-charged, with hyper-realistic, attenuated slo-mo action shots..."
-- Todd McCarthy, Variety "...[Jackman] steals the show, much as he did in X-MEN, investing his character with a steely resolve..."
-- Mark Olsen, Sight and Sound "...It's Jackman who tears away with most of the scenes....The man, quite simply, is a star..."
-- James White, Total Film "Jackman and Cheadle are great, Travolta's sublime..."
-- Chris Roberts, Uncut "[The film] has a slick, stylish appearance....[With] an enjoyable soundtrack."
-- Widescreen Review Staff, Widescreen Review Swordfish | List Price | $14.96 (You save $5.11) | | Studio | Warner Home Video | | Orig Year | 2001 | | DVD Encoding | Region 1 | | All Time Sales Rank |  555  | | CD Universe Part number | 2056386 | | Discs | 1 | | Release Date | Dec 09, 2008 | | Rating | R (MPAA) | | Rating Reason | language, violence, and some sexuality/nudity | | Running Time | 99 Minutes | | Movie Details | Color; HiFi Sound; Surround Sound; Digital Sound; Stereo Sound; AC-3 Sound |
Swordfish Movie Review Average Rating: (3.6 out of 5 stars)   List All Reviews Swordfish - Should be seen!
Matrix effects, wicked surround sound, lots of action and a stunning TVR, what more could anyone want!
Although the plot was rarther flimsey in parts, a bit of techno nerd over kill, this did not spoil the rest of what was a great film.
If you have a DVD player and surround sound you must see this film!
Submitted by a reviewer (Warwick, England) 
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 John Travolta is Excellent !!!!!
This is a well put together movie and the adreline going throught the movie. I give it thumbs up, if you haven't seen it, see it.
Submitted by a reviewer (North Hollywood, CA, USA)
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Swordfish
This is one of my favorite movies. This movie has plenty of twists and turns that keep you on the edge of your seat. This is one of Travolta's best movies.
Submitted by Lee (Alabama)
Was This Review Helpful? Yes No 1 of 3 found this helpful. Not for Children
Truly a great action movie; PC hacking, so don't let your kids see this...hahahaha.
Submitted by camicallef (Palmyra, ME, USA)
Was This Review Helpful? Yes No 0 of 1 found this helpful. Cool movie
In this movie Travolta is spectacular as usual and the story is definitely original and nice. I enjoy two hours and I am happy for my purchase.
Submitted by a reviewer (Tokyo, Japan)
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Swordfish DVD Region 1
Snap Case
Single Side - Dual Layer
Anamorphic Widescreen - 2.35
Letterbox - 2.35
Audio:
Dolby Digital 5.1 - English
Additional Release Material:
Alternate Ending
Audio Commentary
Film Highlights:
1. Cast
2. Dominic Sena - Director
Featurette:
1. MAKING OF SWORDFISH
2. THE EFFECTS IN FOCUS
DVD-ROM Features:
Weblinks
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