As far as action movies go, the positives far outweigh the negatives in “Vantage Point.” In most action films, good acting seems to be sacrificed in favor of explosions, car chases and gunfire; not so in “Vantage Point.” In fact, impressive performances by everyone in the ensemble cast really drive this film. But viewers looking for thrills will not be disappointed, either. Virtually the entire film consists of action sequences, and well-edited ones at that. As the same dramatic event is seen through the eyes of several different participants, there are exciting chase scenes, explosions, and an intense, well-filmed car chase. The motivations of the characters are slowly revealed throughout the course of the film, and all are not who they seem to be.

“Vantage Point” is an unpredictable, mostly well-done film. There are only a few instances where a suspension of disbelief is necessary, but it only slightly dampens the overall effect. Unfortunately, the use of several biblical profanities, along with the violence, prevent Dove from awarding the Dove “Family- Approved” Seal to this movie. Although most of the violence is not extremely graphic or bloody, the sheer number of people shot would prevent “Vantage Point” from receiving the Dove Seal, even if the language were eliminated. There is also a character who damns someone else to Hell with his language and Dove does not approve films which do this, unless forgiveness or redemption is shown. This is not one for the family.