Review of Escape from New York (1981) by Jeremy G — 27 Nov 2011

I've always enjoyed Dystopian, futuresque films such as V for Vendetta, Blade Runner, THX 1138 among countless others. Escape from New York is for me, a new favorite in such a genre of film. Escape from New York is an excellent sci-fi action film with a brilliant cast.

I personally think that this one of the best cult action films since The Warriors and Mad Max. Escape from New York is a top-notch action film that is a riveting, thrilling film. One thing I've always admired about John Carpenter (and it's why he's one of my favorite directors), is because he always crafts a solid film using quite a simple concept for its plot.

Though not very elaborate, the plot to Escape from New York is nonetheless exciting and exhilarating. Carpenter always knew how to develop a simple idea into an exciting, thrilling film. Kurt Russell delivers one of his strongest performances here as Snake Plissken.

Russell is simply bad assed in this film and is one of cinema's most memorable heroes. Escape from New York is a well crafted film that has a dark, gritty and raw atmosphere. Escape from New York is a must see Carpenter classic.

This is a brilliant action film with a great cast of talented actors. The idea of its plot may be simple, but that doesn't stop Escape from New York being a thrilling and memorable action film that every John Carpenter fan should check out.

I thoroughly enjoyed this film, and is definitely among John Carpenter's strongest efforts. A stunning dystopian sci-fi action film that is guaranteed to thrill you. Escape from New York is a classic action film.

This is a dark, atmospheric film that adds so much power to the film and is a solid actioner that every action film fan should check out. One of John Carpenter's best non horror films. A brilliant piece of cinema.