(13) The Taking of Pelham One Two Three

Directed by Joseph Sargent
Rated R
1974
104 minutes

*** 1/2

A fantastic 70s heist flick, anchored by Shaw and Matthau's terrific performances. Some of the characters (particularly the two "other" gunmen) feel a little one-dimensional, and the ending isn't quite as satisfying as I was hoping it would be. Overall, however, it balances the thrills and comedy quite well, and I was certainly interested the entire time.