Review of The Taking of Pelham One Two Three (1974) by Bob W — 19 Nov 2009
Before this train reaches the next station it will become the scene of the most spectacular hijack ever attempted".
Pelham 1-2-3, a subway train, becomes the focal point of the most audacious and unusual terrorist attack ever seen. Four gunmen, going by color codenames, seize the train and hold its passengers and conductor hostage halfway between underground stations,.
demanding a hefty ransom else they will begin executing hostages. A veteran NY transit policeman leads negotiations with the hijackers to prevent any killing, but amid the showdown a question nags at authrorities - with the gunmen and their hostages in a tunnel surrounded by police on all sides, how can they possibly escape.
This review of The Taking of Pelham One Two Three (1974) was written by Bob W on 19 Nov 2009.
The Taking of Pelham One Two Three has generally received very positive reviews.
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