Collateral

A cab driver with dreams of starting his own car service picks up a mysterious contract killer who hires him to drive him to his targets across Los Angeles over the course of one night. As the night progresses, the driver becomes increasingly entangled in the killer's violent world, leading to a desperate struggle for survival.

Collateral was widely acclaimed by critics, earning praise for its stylish direction, intense atmosphere, and strong performances, particularly from Tom Cruise in an against-type role as the chilling hitman and Jamie Foxx as the trapped cab driver. The film's neo-noir aesthetic and compelling narrative contributed to its success.

• Praised for its sophisticated visual style and gritty realism.

• Tom Cruise's performance as a chilling villain was a standout.

• The intense cat-and-mouse dynamic between Cruise and Foxx was highly compelling.

Google audience: Audiences largely appreciated the film's slick direction and engaging story, with many highlighting Tom Cruise's memorable villainous role and Jamie Foxx's performance. The tense atmosphere and stylish action sequences were frequently cited as positives.

Nominated for two Academy Awards: Best Supporting Actor (Jamie Foxx) and Best Film Editing. Tom Cruise also received a Golden Globe nomination for Best Supporting Actor.

Tom Cruise famously wore a subtle grey wig and used subtle makeup to age himself for the role of Vincent, aiming for a more lived-in, predatory look rather than a completely different character.