Review of The Taking of Pelham One Two Three (1974) by Bob S — 18 Feb 2010
I don't expect perfect realism in my films but even allowing for dramatic license, I found Pelham 123 just had a bit too much "Alka-Seltzer TV ad" faux authenticity for my taste. Everyone in this movie is oh, so colorful, ethnic and ready with a perfect one-liner. After a while, it just gets to feeling very scripted to me.
Still... a fun flick - beautifully paced and a great time capsule of cruddy NYC circa '74.
This review of The Taking of Pelham One Two Three (1974) was written by Bob S on 18 Feb 2010.
The Taking of Pelham One Two Three has generally received very positive reviews.
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