The premise, as absurd as it is, and was especially in 1995, still had great potential. Not to say that it was necessarily wasted, it was simply taken in a direction tht favored flashy aesthetics and a kind of pop-punk industrial vibe that reminded me of The Fifth Element to an extent, only less memorable. What indubitably carries this movie and makes it a tolerable watch are the eccentrically psychotic performance of Russell Crowe and the sullen yet emotionally determined depiction of Denzel Washington's character. Everything else is kinda run-of-the-mill but some action scenes are especially enjoyable and the pacing keeps the blood pumping. Although the ending is debatably over the top, it fits the tone of the movie to the point where I've just gotta surrender to it. I'd have given it a 6 if it wasn't for the unusual antagonist role and delivery of Crowe's character.