Entertaining thriller which is unashamedly mainstream. Pacino coasts through it, and although Farrell provides a compelling screen presence, his character could have been fleshed out more - although he is clearly having a good time working with one of his idols.
This review of The Recruit (2003) was written by Matt D on 16 Feb 2009.
The Recruit has generally received mixed reviews.
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