The Taking Of Pelham 1 - 2 3(2009)

The film follows the hijacking of a New York City Subway 6 train at 77th Street.

: Denzel Washington, John Travolta, John Turturro, Luis Guzmán, and James Gandolfini. Budget : Estimated between $100–110 million. Box Office : Grossed approximately $150.2 million worldwide. Plot Summary The Taking of Pelham 1 2 3(2009)

: Many felt Scott’s "hyperkinetic" directing style and rapid editing detracted from the suspense found in the original, with some calling the remake "overcaffeinated". Key Comparisons (2009 vs. 1974) The Taking of Pelham 1 2 3 | Crime films | The Guardian The film follows the hijacking of a New

: Critics praised the chemistry and performances of Washington and Travolta, as well as James Gandolfini's portrayal of the Mayor. Box Office : Grossed approximately $150

: A group led by "Ryder" (John Travolta), a former Wall Street manager, takes control of the lead car and its passengers.

The Taking of Pelham 123 is a 2009 American action thriller directed by Tony Scott and scripted by Brian Helgeland. It is the third film adaptation of John Godey's 1973 novel, serving as a high-octane remake of the 1974 classic. Production Overview Director : Tony Scott. Screenplay : Brian Helgeland.

The film received , often compared unfavorably to the 1974 original. Rotten Tomatoes : 51% approval rating based on 230 reviews. Metacritic : Weighted average score of 55 out of 100.