Review of Frequency (2000) by Jeff G — 11 Aug 2009

This is a beautiful father and son story that is perfect for showing not only the emotional bond between parents and kids but also the emotional bond between men. And how they effect each other.

The film is also a part Sci-fi tale and a murder mystery. This film is about a cop who uses a old CB Radio and finds out he is communicating with his deceased father in the past a few days before his death. Like most stories about being able to change the past this brings many repercussions. This film took me by surprise when I went to see it. I thought it would be ok. I never expected it to be this good. It affected me more then I ever expected. The less I say about it the better. As much of the fun of the film comes from discovering it and new details in the story. The filmmaker leave it ambiguous why this communication takes place. But this strangely works as a strength for this movie.

This was part of Dennis Quaidâ??s comeback and I am happy as he has always been a steady talented actor who I first became a fan of by way of GREAT BALLS OF FIRE.

James Cavizel the man with the leading man looks who never quite seems to become a star is also good in this film.

One of the things I like about this film is that it is unpredictable though you donâ??t want to solve it. You want to experience it for a mainstream movie. I really loved this undiscovered gem that needs to be given more appreciation. I realize it was made by no great auteur but Gregory Hoblit who seems to pick hacky scripts but gets the best performances out of his actors really comes through with this film. Which is worth buying and a must see. Itâ??s not fast but moves at a good pace and is entertaining.