The 15:17 to Paris [Blu-ray] [2018]

There were choices made here in regards to how this film was made such as using the actual people involved, instead of actors, and in the way the backstory of the protagonists was written. It probably would’ve been a better movie if it would’ve focused more on the lead up to the event, and the event itself, and had used actual actors for the protagonists. But as it is, the event itself took up only a small portion of the movie, most of the movie is a backstory of the protagonists. It’s scary to think what could’ve happened. The movie does make you thankful that it didn’t. But it really doesn’t give you a feeling that you seen the whole story

Saw this movie in the theater and then bought the Blu-ray to see it again. Then I read the book. Clint Eastwood stuck to the book. What I really was fascinated by was Eastwood's use of the three heros as well as several of the other actual participants in the event. Be sure to watch the bonus video to see the interviews of the 3 American friends that took down the terrorist and saved MANY lives on that train. The French government decorated them for their valor. They are true examples of what the U.S. military turns out to protect our country.

i remember seeing the trailer for this movie in theaters, and thought it was supposed to be a mainly action film that would normally leave you at the edge of your seat. the only reason im giving this 2 stars is because of what it represents. being a clint eastwood film, i was severely disappointed. it was boring and uneventful. the action portion and climax of the movie lasted no more than 10 minutes. the majority of runtime was the trip these 3 men took, which led to the situation on the train. think of it as a recording of a road trip. thats all this movie was. i regret buying this movie.

The genius of Clint Eastwood to use the actual people involved in this event was spot on. These three Americans will make you proud to be an American. Don't miss this movie and definitely watch the two short specials included with the DVD. They explain so much about the decisions these guys, and everyone involved in the production of this movie, had to go through to make that decision to be part of this movie.

I first want to start by saying that I am not an actor and for that reason I appreciate those who do and do it well. I can't imagine how hard it would be to act and play myself. With that said this movie was so poorly acted that it was hard to watch. This was a great story that fell completely on the acting. This is really surprising considering it was a Clint Eastwood movie. Save your money and wait for it on TV.

Using the actual young Americans who over-powered the terrorist on the Paris bound train is admirable, so is shooting the scenes on the actual moving train instead of a studio set. Only Clint could pull that off. The end result though is a over one hour slog until the event takes place. Using actual footage of the the French President awarding medals is very neat too. Video and audio are fine.

The story of three friends that grow up together, stay in touch over the years and meet for a vacation in Europe. Just 3 friends who rose to the challenge when it presented itself and saved hundreds of commuters on the 15:17 to Paris. Filmed in actual locations with actual participants of the events Clint Eastwood brings his excellent story telling to this movie.

So the event that this movie is about took less than 10 minutes. Trying to make a movie that is 1:34 min about that short of an event was going to be difficult, even for Clint Eastwood. Ultimately, the movie didn't have enough to make it good and the acting was not that great. It is a tough one to recommend unless you like movies and were intrigued by it.