directed by Rob Cohen
When I think of action films made in the 80-90s, I always remind myself of weekend lunches at my grandmother’s place. There was always some film playing on TV and it was either a family-friendly production or some action one. “Daylight” is a perfect example, although I can’t promise I saw it at my grandma’s place because back then I wasn’t even paying attention to those TV films. They were just a background noise for our conversations. Still, it’s weekend so why not giving this one a try. And I know I shouldn’t say that as a film freak, but it’s one of those productions that you can be watching while doing something else and still following. Anyway, perhaps you’re curious what it’s about. Shortly speaking, without explaining all the characters, there’s a huge accident in one tunnel beneath the Hudson River and a lot of people are trapped and in danger. And since we have a tragedy, we also need a hero. Kit Latura (Sylvester Stallone) used to work for Emergency Medical Services, but nowadays he’s a taxi driver. However, he happens to be there and decides to risk his life to save others. He enters the tunnel and tries to do everything to let everyone out of there. Classic action film. Is it surprising? Not really. Is it outstanding? I don’t think so. But sometimes we need such simple clichéd productions for lunches with family, right? One thing that surely deserves recognition are the special effects that are quite impressing considering the year of production. Bravo! And also try to pay a bit of attention while watching because there’s Viggo Mortensen there, maybe you’ll manage to spot him.
My rating: 5.5/10
S.
I have nothing to watch 