In Manhattan, a bike messenger picks up an envelope that attracts the interest of a dirty cop, who pursues the cyclist throughout the city.
It all combines to make Premium Rush a satisfying piece of head-rush cinema that should leave viewers feeling exhilarated.
A movie that while thin and silly, moves with such joyous speed that you almost want to throw your arms in the air and scream.
Plot contrivances aside, this is a thrilling chase movie that genuinely delivers.
A few twiddly Google Maps inserts aside, David Koepp’s film is low on kinetic energy.
This is about the bike, the road and the compulsion to go, go, go. Cycling proficiency teachers will hate it.
To be honest, no matter what head of speed Wilee gets up, bicycle chases just aren't that exciting, and David Koepp's juggling of present tense and flashbacks doesn't raise the pulse either.
Simple but fun.
The film is one snappy, fast-paced chase through the streets of Manhattan. Never mind the logic, feel the breeze.
Fast, furious and infuriating.
Joseph Gordon-Levitt is an immensely likable hero and the stunt work is astonishing.
It’s definitely the ‘other’ Gordon-Levitt film out this month, but this silly cycler whizzes by amiably. Star charm helps: JGL’s enjoyment in his job adds welcome levels of Levitt-y.
A VHS classic from another age, but times have changed.
Cycling chases: Hang on to your helmet
Premium Rush is an awesome bike ride of a film
General release. Check local listings for show times.