The Plot... A cargo jet loaded with CIA information has been borrowed by computer genius (Gene Hackman). With the assistance of a government computer expert, the CIA hopes to reclaim the borrowed computer chips and return them to their original owner. The FBI, with the assistance of Bufford Bracegood (Ed Begely, Jr.), must jet ski through the New Jersy Turnpike to return the borrowed nuclear warheads in a timely manner to the Icelandic government. And if this wasn't enough, he has a mere 5 minutes to do it. With the help of a leather-faced marine (Robert Duvall), the good guys must race through the New Jersy Turnpike to deliver the hijacked CIA information safely to the American people. All this turns sour as he figures out that his high school sweetheart (Nicole Kidman) has been working for the evildoers. Also we have the loveable slapstick of a sass-talking soul brother (Dave Chapelle) who when held prisoner by the the bad guys says: "You crazy, muthafucka?" It will prove difficult because a nosy reporter (Lawrence Fishburne) has secrets regarding his lackluster criminal record. Just as the good guys are leaving on their dangerous journey, they stupidly join in on a sing-along of Werewolves of London much to the embarrassment of NASA . In a stunning climax the President recites a speech to the governments of the world. As this moment of truth unfolds he says: "Mankind is a creature of survival. Drop the bombs, Commander." An ATF computer expert watching at home replies: "I just hope he's right." Coming this winter. Rated R Running time 210 minutes Directed by: Simon West Projected Critic Rating:

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