Swordfish (DVD, 2001)

The movie moves into full gear as it shifts into reverse and we meet the other players of the film. Hugh Jackman (who continues to impress me) stars as Stanley Jobson, a noble hacker who has been banned from ever going near a computer again. Life is difficult for Stanley as he spent two years at Leavenworth for his crime and that cost him his daughter who then went to his ex-wife (Brea De Matteo) and her porn-producing husband.

We also meet Ginger (Halle Berry) who at first seems heaven sent to lure Stanley into making a worm that will crack into a government run bank account. Ginger also has some other secrets that I won’t go into but I will reveal that the rumors of parts of her are absolutely true and I will also tactfully say that they alone are worth the cost of the disc.

Gabriel remains the star of the film. He plays a character that is cool, calm and collected even under duress and he is looking for a team of agents who are capable of the same thing. The test he puts Stanley through at the beginning of the film is the stuff that both dreams and nightmares are made of.

Don Cheadle also appears in the film, as the Government agent who arrested Stanley before and now knows that something big is up because of Stanley’s reappearance, and he has to decide whether Stanley is friend or foe.

I’m gonna skip the plot descriptions here other than what I have already dropped because the film is built in layers. Each layer breaks down a previous layer and then builds it up again. In fact, many critics pointed at this fact as making the film confusing, but I couldn’t disagree more.

In fact the film makes perfect sense when you see it at home because you have the chance to observe all the details uninterrupted. The script is well written, the cast does a great job and the action is what you would normally expect from anything involving Joel Silver and Dominic Sena (who directed GONE IN 60 SECONDS which while it wasn’t a good film, it certainly looked like one!)

The disc doesn’t disappoint either. The film is presented in widescreen with a Dolby 5.1 soundtrack and both are done very well. (By the way, the defects at the beginning I spoke of were planned)

Extras include a full-length documentary by Dominic Sena who provides some great insights into the film. It also includes two features: one on the making of the film and one on the special effects used in the film. The final feature that I was most impressed with was the inclusion of two alternate endings. I was impressed because these endings actually seem like they made a difference in the film. Too often do we see ones that have a few changes in them and they seem more like editing room fodder. These two both change the direction of the film and they look to be shot specifically to throw off any press. Call me kooky, but that’s the kind of stuff that impresses me.

Bottom Line:
The film was good, the disc was better and the extras made a difference in the film. Chalk this one as a win for Warner Brothers!

I have never seen this particular movie and I enjoy watching movies with john travelota. He's always played very good characters in his films.

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This movie has John Travolta, Hugh Jackman, Halle Berry and Don Cheadle in it. If you like a good crime drama, thats not your boaring run of mill cops and robbers crime drama. Then you will love this movie. It keep your intrest and doesn't seem as thou you've been in your seat forever watching it. It's John Travolta at his best. I don't like crime drama's and I loved this one. In fact when I'm done writing this I'm going to watch it again. Thanks Don R.(The LazyRebel).

this was a great movie, john travolea always plays a great bad guy and for all you halle berry fans the part of her sunbathing is all I need

This movie is another one of John Travolta's better movies. Hugh Jackman and Halle Berry were also very good in this movie. It was a movie with twists and turns that are kind of unexpected. I deffinately recommend this movie to anybody who is a fan of any of the actors and actresses in this movie.

Originally titled "Operation Swordfish", this 2001 action movie staring Hugh Jackman and John Travolta was one of the most origial movies ever made.
I bought my copy from eBay because I had to replace my previous one. eBay makes it easy to find everything you are looking for at usually a better price than anywhere else. I highly recommend that you look on eBay before you look anywhere else.

I did write a very GOOD review.This is the second one. I was very pleased.I received it very fast and it was first quality.

this title came up while i was looking at blu-ray dvd'a so at the price i bought it to find out it was a normal dvd i could have bought anywhere new for four dollars i think ebay needs to check there inventory to make sure normal dvds are not mixed with blu-ray dvd

Halle Berry is this movie.Her personna drives you crazy.She steals this show as she does in ALL her movies,at least the ones that I have seen.

I won't write a long review ... let me just say if you are inclined to watch it, don't be wary; those that gave it a poor review ignored it's entertainment value. I enjoyed the movie.

I agree with those who have stated, however, Halle's first foray into partial nudity could have been handled more ... let's say, tastefully. I know they were going for a shock factor, seeing how her character was portrayed. But, I think the scene did her little justice.

Still, she did some great acting and so did Travolta. I give it a "B".

Great movie, even though I feel Don Cheadle was underused, and Hugh Jackman's character should have been given more chutzpah! overall, good movie and good acting by Travolta.

Everyone's acting, in this action-packed vehicle, is over-the-top. However, that doesn't keep it from evolving into a very good movie with a myriad of plot twists, turns, and surprises (and at times thought-provoking). Hugh Jackman's most excellent as an ex-con who's eventually blackmailed. I'm not a particular fan of John Travola but he's splendid. And let's not forget the talented Halle Berry...she completes the team in her believability. When you reach the end of this adventure, you may/may not understand what just happened.

Very good condition and quick shipping, a Great deal. They have a good selection of DVD's I will keep checking back for DVD's that I would like. I do not know what else to say, I have to have a least 100 characters in my review. Thanks

One of the best action packed movies I have seen in a long time..
Keeps you on the edge of you seat almost all the way thru it.
Loved it..

After searching in stores to no avail and ordering it from Amazon (back ordered), I successfully bid on this new movie and received it in time for my boyfriend's birthday---it's one of his all-time favorites.

It's a movie you need to have in your collection. Filled with action and suspence. This movie is not for young people... you get to see lots of gore, boobs and sex scenes. Be advised.

SWORDFISH is an EXCELLENT MOVIE, offering a GREAT SELECTION of CAST which offer GREAT PERFORMANCES! A VERY INTERESTING, VERY INTELLIGENT FILM that will keep you on the edge of your seat from beginning to end. For us, there were NO disappointments here!! A LOT OF GREAT ACTION, GREAT SPECIAL EFFECTS!! Definitely a movie that has a twist here and there! Also, some of these DVD's have an option for the viewer to choose an Alternate Ending, which is interesting as well.

We HIGHLY RECOMMEND IT! Definitely worth buying, as this is one of our favorites!

Our Overall Rating: 10/10

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We NEED more movies like this!!!Excellent acting, screenplay all top notch! I think JT was fantastic as the good guy villan. Where is Swordfish II???

I liked the fact that I could not find this DVD in the local stores, and was able to purchase it with ease on e-bay. There was a lot of competition for the best prices and services and it was a positive environment for me as a buyer. I collect DVD'S and this was to replace a damaged VHS tape.

This is a good action movie not the very best but good. Great visual effects. John Travolta and Hugh Jackman play the roles very well and Halle Berry well what more do I have to say. Good Flick.