Johnny Utah Desperate Measures This thriller is a fast and intense paced movie, which is often overlooked Andy Garcia does a great job playing desperate dad, trying to save he's leukemia ridden son. And Michal Keaton does an even better job playing manipulating psycho, and completely steels the show. What bugs me a bit though is the constant rendezvous between Michal and Garcia, were Garcia has several opportunities to shoot him but hesitate afraid that he won't get the bone marrow he needs to he's soon. I would expect even a cop know you can actually kneecap someone and they'll live. That drags the movie down a bit, the days when you could get away with the good and the bad guy constantly running into each other, were long gone even when this film was made Not to mention that Andy's character would never been able to continue on the force, not to mention he would probable been sued. The survivors or victims of he's desperate try to keep Keaton alive, just so he could save he's son. Personally, I would have made sure Andy didn't get he's bone marrow, simply cause he leaves a wake of dead and injured people. But all in all it's a good thriller.

Chrivhec If you're looking for a good thriller so you'd be at the edge of your seat, Desperate Measures is what you're looking for. I liked everything about this movie. The story might be a little weird because a con like Peter McCabe is the only match for young Matt Conner, but it's possible. This is one of those movies that can make you think about how important life is, and how important the people that you love are. Officer Frank Conner would do anything for his son, he'd even break the law. He's a father that wants to make sure that his son will live. Andy Garcia is superb in this movie and is the right man to play that role. But Michael Keaton... he was absolutely amazing. Peter McCabe, a dangerous con. No one could have done a better job than Keaton for that role. The look on his face when Conner is asking him to be a donor for his son is absolutely terrifying. Keaton knows what he's doing and he truly gives an Oscar worthy performance as Peter McCabe. I bet, if someone like James Cameron would have directed this movie, the rating would be a lot higher, and maybe... Keaton would have gotten an Oscar nomination for his role. The music fits with the action scenes, which are brilliant, and the ending makes you think 'I love it'.Bravo Michael Keaton, Andy Garcia and Barbet Schroeder.

ccthemovieman-1 Here's an underrated suspense movie that's good. It's "good" in that fact it delivers what it promises: suspense. I'm sure there are a number of holes in this far-fetched tale but it's fun to watch nevertheless.Michael Keaton is almost mesmerizing in his role as the sick killer. There is some decent action in here, too, but suspense is the name of this game. Once you've started in, it's very difficult to put down. Andy Garcia and Marcia Gay Hayden turn in solid performances as well.It was nice to see a tough-but-loving father (Garcia) go to any lengths to save his kid. Speaking of the kid (Joseph Cross), they show this very little soft-spoken boy that is trying be saved and all of sudden he says the word "a-hole." What is the purpose of inserting that? Only in the world of film.

jhartline This movie, "Desperate Measures", was.... I'm not quite sure how to even put it into words. Was this supposed to be a comedy? I couldn't stop laughing at how absolutely ridiculous it was. I love Michael Keaton, and I cannot actually comprehend that he did this. They did a good job at keeping my attention because I couldn't wait to see how much more ridiculous it was going to get minute by minute. I actually just registered on this site so that I could get this out. I don't review movies. I don't have time for this, but I cannot let this go knowing I haven't done my civil duty by letting people (those who have an IQ of 85 and above) know that this is no action/thriller, It is honest to goodness funny. You people that actually got thrills off of this scare me. Go watch a good movie like Million Dollar Baby. Clint Eastwood's acting is not superb, but I was balling at the end. Exercise your brain America!