When this came out, lots of folks were anti-Cruise. I kind of disliked the idea he was always involved in a movie where he alone was the star attraction. That was a little nit-pick of mine. Not a big deal really.

The Last Samurai was just a pleasure to watch. The whole story line, Cruises character evolution, and I guess for me I had seen this story many times before but in pretty shabby Asian imports.

With Collateral following, in my mind, Cruise was top of his game in movie entertainment. 1, 2 flicks hit out of the park.

This was such a well made, classy flick. I think it appeals to both men and women in some degree or another.

Highly recommend a rent at the very least. Don't pass this one up.