A man obsessed with conspiracy theories becomes a target after one of his theories turns out to be true. Unfortunately, in order to save himself, he has to figure out which theory it is. Mel Gibson is a New York taxi driver, who has a strange habit. He makes complicated scenarios of conspiracies and publishes them in a newsletter sent out to five recipients. He keeps doing that, until something unbelievable happens: One of his "conspiracy theories" turns out to be real, and so he finds himself chased by the man hiding behind the whole thing. I have to confess that I have quite a soft spot for this film. Its taken a while for it to grow on me but I really do like Conspiracy Theory. Its a glossy thriller with the requisite action,'funny' lines and intrigue but there's just something else which makes it memorable. The chemistry between Mel Gibson and Julia Roberts is great and they both give excellent performances. They kind of play inverted versions of each other. Gibson is manic and eccentric, never stopping for breath while Roberts is more muted (Pelican-Brief style). What gives Conspiracy Theory more of an impact than your average Richard Donner blockbuster is the emotional edge. The final half hour plays more like a tragic love story than an action thriller. You'll be surprised at just how sad the film is (Julia Roberts is the 'best fake crier in the world). And the final scene is bound to leave you with a goofy smile on your face. Flawed and not for everyone (as proved by the horrid reviews) but its up there with the best for me. All together now…I love you baby and if its quite alright….. Wow, this was a great movie – I was so glad to see Julia Roberts and Mel Gibson finally team up. The plot was engrossing and there was enough action to keep you on the edge of your seat.<br/><br/>Thumbs up! With a plot that thickens like congealed stew, this movie about a harmless nutbar, an attorney and a cabal can leave you lost in banality.
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