Jackson drives perfect star vehicle as 'Shaft'

From: New Pittsburgh Courier | Date: June 21, 2000| Author: | Copyright information

Jackson drives perfect star vehicle as `Shaft'

Oscar-nominee Samuel L. Jackson is at the top of his game when erupting as that crazed, borderline personality who is almost out of his mind.

He's given such inspired performances in movies like "Jackie Brown" and "Jungle Fever" that I'm not even sure you can call it acting. Over the years, this veteran of 73 films has expanded his repertoire, reining himself in to prove himself capable of handling any role. But, personally, I feel disappointed, almost cheated, when Mr. Jackson portrays restrained, low-key characters like Mace Windu of "The ...

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