Collateral, with Tom Cruise and Jamie Foxx, is a fine psychological thriller, beautifully photographed and superbly acted. NewMexiKen saw the DVD Sunday and then watched again with director Michael Mann’s commentary audio this evening. Among things learned from the commentary: much of the film was shot in HD digital video, several of the minor roles of police officers were played by actual police, several of the club security guards were actual security guards, and some of the individuals playing bodyguards were on work-release.
Jamie Foxx, nominated for the Supporting Actor Oscar for this film, is simply outstanding. The only question is, just how was this a “supporting” role?