The Sentinel (DVD)

Good action thriller with Michael Douglas and Kiefer Sutherland about a traitor in the US Secret Service.

A very good thriller about a conspiracy to assassinate the American president. The plot twists and turns and the actors are well matched to their characters. The whole thing hangs together well and there is sufficient action to keep you interested. The story line is plausible and the script well written with little or no swearing. All in all a good evenings entertainment.

When first released this movie was billed by some critics as an unofficial "24 the movie". It is possible to see why, as it is an action packed adventure with Kiefer Sutherland racing to stop a threat to the life of the president of the USA. In this case the apparent threat is played by Michael Douglass. A good script, direction, and the performance of the stars make the movie entertaining from start to finish.

What a disappointment! This film had the potential to be a real cracker but it's knee deep in American sentimentality and cliches. For everything that is good something cheesy, tacky or 'done before' comes along. For a secret service based movie I'd watch 'In The Line Of Fire' every time over this.
Negativity over. What you get is an hour and a half of movie with 45 mins of action that in itself is a bit dull, probably more realistic but things just move from here to there with little reason, the plot of the agent being framed so thin I found myself shouting at the screen to the other secret service agents to open their eyes! There are some good scenes but Michael Douglas is a bit long in the tooth to be charging around with Jack Baur (sorry Keifer Sutherland) hot on his heels. Kiefer does a typical performance and Eva's film performance is alright and better than others made out in reviews.
Worth watching if you can pick this up for a bargain! 6/10, 3stars, AVERAGE!

It was quite good, actors not really trying anything to new but a enjoyable film. However ...it just seemed to end without much warning ..bit of a let down ending wise.

It really is hard to fault this film.

Michael Douglas and Kiefer Sutherland are both very good actors and bring out the best in each other. Eva Longoria's acting isn't the best ever, but it's not too bad and, hey, she's too good looking to complain about! Kim Basinger is a classy actress, looks good and holds her own in this company.

I'd have liked a bit more detail about the training the cast went through to play USSS agents, but there is enough in the special features to give some indication. In my work I have a lot of contact with UK military bodyguards and they all say that this is one of the best films of this type they have seen.

If the pros like it, who am I to say it's no good? Excellent film, buy it if you're thinking of it and watch it again if you've already got it.

Michael Douglas and Kiefer Sutherland star in this tense political thriller about a hunt for a traitor within America’s Secret Service.

Since its creation by Abraham Lincoln in 1865, the Secret Service has been tasked with defending the President of the United States and other leading public officials. Largely recruited from the top of their game in the CIA, FBI, Police or the military; Secret Service agents are trained to put their lives on the line to protect their subject and are the only government agency which draw their weapons with the intention of shooting people dead – all other law enforcement agencies are trained to draw their weapons to allow them to ask questions before opening fire. This is the most powerful agency in the United States that answers only to the President.

Due to the rigorous testing involved in becoming a Secret Service agent, there has never been a case of a traitor in the Secret Service; at least, until now.

Michael Douglas stars as Peter Garrison, a veteran Secret Service agent who has looked after numerous Presidents dating back to Reagan in 1980. In his current assignment, Garrison is tasked with defending the First Lady from attack. He is good at his job….too good in fact, as unforunately Garrison has fallen in love with his subject and the two of them are having a secret extra marital affair.

24 legend Kiefer Sutherland stars as Agent David Breckinridge, a dedicated investigative agent who tracks down on threats to the President’s life. He used to be friends with Garrison until he accused Garrison of having an affair with his wife. There has been tension between the two ever since.

When an old informant from his investigative days contacts Agent Garrison and reveals a plot to assassinate the President of the United States originating within the Secret Service; Garrison returns to the office and Agent Breckinridge is brought in to investigate the threat. Lie Detector tests are ordered for all personnel and it is not long before Garrison finds himself at the centre of the Breckinridge’s investigation. Unable to convince his old friend of his innocence, Garrison goes on the run to find the traitor himself; but with the Secret Service closing in, will he have enough time to prove his innocence and save the President’s life?

Both Kiefer Sutherland and Michael Douglas do the business in this film from actor / director Clark Johnson (SWAT); sharing the screen as dual leads for the very first time. A cross between 24 and The Fugitive, this is a tense thriller following Douglas’ race against time as he tries to prove his innocence before it is too late. Kiefer Sutherland shines as usual, pretty much reprising his Jack Baur persona for his role – but that’s cool, ‘cos Jack’s great.

Overall a really interesting and compelling thriller – edge of your seat stuff. Add to your list now!

Great movie! Saw it advertised and sometimes trailers can be so much better then the film but this didn't disapoint.

film ,dvd,the acting from the main characters are fantastic. the action is convincing. a really enjoyable film for the adults of the family. i would really recomend this film.

good film , on the lines of 1600.could have been more full of suspense but story line ok not great but actors were good. keifer sutherland looks like he should be related to michael douglas lol sorry going off track. worth watching if nothing good on tv.

Other than the slightly improbable manner in which Michael Douglas manages to duck oncoming bullets, this isn't a bad movie.