Cellular

CELLULAR (2004) - Aug. 3, 2011 (Second Viewing)
Yep, this definitely holds up.  A superlatively made, crackerjack thriller, this film does not waste any time getting started (Kim Basinger's character gets kidnapped at the three minute mark) and doesn't let up until the end credits roll.  It's probably one of the most skilfully paced movies I've seen in a while.  It also has an exceptionally likable central performance from Chris Evans, and a strong performance from Kim Basinger.  William H. Macy was also a highlight as an earnest cop on the verge of retiring to open a day spa.  The film isn't trying to be much more than a really fun, well-executed high-concept thriller, and for what it is it's pretty much perfect.  ****