The Taking of Pelham One Two Three

Synopsis

The Taking of Pelham One Two Three is a 1998 thriller film where a group of criminals led by Edward James Olmos hijacks a New York City subway train and demands a hefty ransom. As tensions rise between the hijackers, the authorities, and the passengers on board, a complex cat-and-mouse game unfolds. With time running out, the NYPD must race against the clock to outsmart the cunning criminals before tragedy strikes. Filled with suspense, twists, and intense negotiations, The Taking of Pelham One Two Three keeps viewers on the edge of their seats until the thrilling conclusion.

Cast

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  Edward James Olmos

  Det. Anthony Piscotti

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  Vincent D'Onofrio

  Mr. Blue

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  Lisa Vidal

  Babs Cardoza

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  Lorraine Bracco

  Det. Ray

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  Ingrid Veninger

  Graduate student on subway

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  Donnie Wahlberg

  Mr. Grey

Reviews

The Taking of Pelham One Two Three received mixed reviews from critics. While some praised the film's tense atmosphere and gripping storyline, others felt that it lacked depth and originality. Rotten Tomatoes critics consensus states, "Despite a solid cast and gripping premise, The Taking of Pelham One Two Three falls short of its full potential." IMDb users gave the movie a rating of 5.2/10, with some commenting on the engaging performances of the cast. Metacritic's review mentioned, "The film delivers on suspense, but falls short in character development." Overall, The Taking of Pelham One Two Three offers a decent thriller experience for fans of the genre.