I’m not sure why this movie wasn’t on my radar before, but I’ve gotta say- this trailer is pretty kind of cool. I guess some of ignorance about this movie’s existence can be chalked up to the presence of D.J. Caruso in the director’s chair- The Salton Sea was OK, but Taking Lives and Two for the Money ate away at my soul enough that I didn’t bother with Disturbia. Judging by this trailer, perhaps I was too hasty- like Disturbia, Eagle Eye gives off the vibe of a Hitchcock wannabe, but that’s not necessarily a bad thing- if nothing else, the movie does aim high. And Shia LaBeouf is pretty perfect for this role- not a prettied-up gym rat but a scruffy slacker type, one who wouldn’t necessarily be expected to jump immediately into hero mode when the chips are down. Admittedly, this just a tiny taste of the film, but this teaser does a damn fine job of making me want more. Also, is that Julianne Moore’s voice on the phone?
