The Shaft (2001)

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At the Millennium Building in NYC, the elevators have a problem... they just can't stop killing people! Pregnant women, skater dudes -- they're all on the menu for these possessed motorized beasts. As elevator repairman Mark Newman (James Marshal) delves deeper into the mystery, everyone from his boss to the building manager stand in his way. His only help comes from Jennifer Naomi Watts, a nosy reporter that smells a cover-up when she sees it. As the "accidents" pile up, the President and FBI get involved as the heroic couple come face to face with technology gone horribly, horribly wrong. Down is a direct remake (shot for shot at times) of director Dick Maas' early 80's cult flick The Lift. ~ Jeremy Wheeler, Rovi

Starring:: James Marshall, Naomi Watts, (more)

Director(s):: Dick Maas

Theatrical MPAA Rating:: R

Format(s):: DVD
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Synopsis of The Shaft

Theatrical Feature Running Time:: 109 mins

Complete Cast of The Shaft

James Marshall - Mark Newman
Eric Thal - Jeffrey
Edward Herrmann - Milligan
Ron Perlman - Mitchell
John Cariani - Security Guard 2 (Gary)
Daniel Rabin - Security Guard #3 (Jake)

Naomi Watts - Jennifer Evans
Michael Ironside - Steinberg (Gunter)
Dan Hedaya - Lt. Mc Bain
Kathryn Meisle - Mildred
Martin McDougall - Security Guard #1 (Andy)

Director(s):: Dick Maas

Writer(s):: Dick Maas

Producer(s):: Dick Maas, Laurens Geels

Theatrical MPAA Rating:: R(Graphic Violence, Adult Language, Gore)

Categories:: Horror

Warning: This product is intended for mature audiences only. It may contain violence, sexual content, drug abuse and/or strong language. You must be 17 or older to purchase it. By ordering this item you are certifying that you are at least 17 years of age.

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	Charles E.

1 out of 1 people found this review helpful

Movie started out like a typical "B" flick but started to get better as it went on. Lots of action, dumb converstations, stereotype characters, and more action. If you're not looking for Oscar-type storyline and acting you'll probably like this. Filmed before the NY disaster in 2001 you'll enjoy seeing the twin towers as they used to be.

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	Roger K.

1 out of 1 people found this review helpful

We watched this on a premium channel, the movie it self is not bad but nothing spectacular, the acting was great Watts did a great job, the story was a little cheesy but I would recommend to see this at least once, you might not want to take an elevator again(LOL)...........Enjoy.