21.   Directing his first movie took some getting used to.

22.   Essentially, the movie takes a single unexpected act of violence, then deconstructs it by examining events from diverse points of view.

23.   From her tank tops to her attitude, the movie takes full advantage.

24.   Hyperkinetic movie takes the mindless cop-film genre to its apex.

25.   Just as quickly, the movie takes on overtones of sci-fi fantasy.

26.   Loosely based on true events, the movie takes place on a single night after a Japanese sub is sighted off Santa Barbara.

27.   Match that with some terrific acting, and the movie takes no hostages.

28.   Movies take it a step further, with the action tossed up on a huge screen in front of an audience sitting in the dark.

29.   Movies are taking too long, they say.

30.   Most movies take about six months.