Space Cowboys (2000)
7/10
Eastwood does it in outer space!
13 March 2005
Space Cowboys

This is a sci-fi movie - but it is also thorough Clint Eastwood. A combination that for me can only win. Made well after "Unforgiven," it is a mix of the old and the new Eastwood (as demonstrated in "Unforgiven").

The movie has both charm, some good laughs, lots of cool savvy and a surprise, if not a formula finale. But Eastwood, as is his unerring mature signature, pulls it off in a way that makes it solid drama and credible. The interesting plot, in combination with Industrial Light and Magic effects make this a riveting drama - sucking you in. You are on board and it all happens with you right there.

Another winner from Clint. I can only say if you like thrillers - sci-fi or otherwise, see this movie.

For a thoroughly fine professional critique of this movie go to the review by Bob Graham, Chronicle Senior Writer - Friday, August 4, 2000 in the San Francisco Chronicle. No need to try to repeat what this pro says.*

* You can also link there from Roger Ebert's review.
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