Review of Patriot Games (1992) by Compi24 — 18 Dec 2017

Director Phillip Noyce's second entry in the "Jack Ryan" franchise is definitely not as narratively deft as 1990's "Red October," but a slog of a film this definitely is not. In fact, "Patriot Games" marks a solid effort in not only the Tom Clancy cinematic catalog, but the spy thriller sub-genre in general, offering up a charismatic lead performance from Harrison Ford, a number of satisfying set pieces (including a truly impactful finale), a healthy dose of espionage intrigue, and a tantalizing series of cat-and-mouse-esque revenge elements that end up tying the whole movie together overall.

Definitely a little more by-the-numbers than I would prefer at times, but still mostly watchable, entertaining, and even thrilling most other times.