Jack Reacher

Writer-director Oscar winner McQuarries' latest visual craftsmanship is based on Lee Child's book One Shot, the ninth in the series of Reacher novels.

The feature begins with a technically well executed opening sniper scene, effective and without dialogue, setting the tone for an old fashioned action thriller.

Convincing supporting cast performances by Richard Jenkins, David Oyelowo and Robert Duvall effectively draw the viewers in. In addition to making his own action scenes, Tom Cruise perfectly portrays a natural, intense character. Seeing him fight 5 slugs without a sweat is a must see. However, in his most high profile Hollywood film to date, it is german director Weiner Herzog's chilling performance as the villain Zec that steals the show with some of the best lines.

In what appears to be an open and shut case, detective Emerson (David Oyelowo) and District Attorney Rodin (Richard Jenkins) charge former army sniper James Barr (Joseph Sikora) for the random shooting of five people. 

Mysteries are uncovered when the enigmatic vigilante, former Military Police Jack Reacher (Tom Cruise) decides to join the investigative efforts of defense attorney Helen Rodin (Rosamund Pikes).

Caleb Deschanel's great camera angles, car chases, martial arts fight scenes, and interspersed humor make this an enjoyable action thriller.