film: review

> CATCH ME IF YOU CAN (2002)
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By John C. Lyons
Film Critic

Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, Tom Hanks, Christopher Walken

Directed by: Steven Spielberg

Written by: Frank Abagnale Jr. and Stan Redding (book), Jeff Nathanson (screenplay)

Genre: Comedy/Drama

Our Rating: 9 out of 10

Steven Spielberg can make sci-fi (Minority Report), thrillers (Jaws), drama (Schindler's List), and here light comedy, as good as anyone else in the biz! It helps to have a top-notch cast like DiCaprio and Hanks. Even though DiCaprio's character is breaking law after law, he does it with such grace and confidence that you can't help but root for him. Tom Hanks, as the frustrated detective on his trail, does equally great. Walken and the rest of the supporting cast will be mostly over-looked but many turn in solid performances as well. This film is good whole-hearted fun! Frank Abagnale Jr's story is shocking and makes for a great day at the Cineplex. I would recommend this film to anyone!

(03-0108)

related links:

Catch Me If You Can - official site