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This is a small, humorous movie in some ways, but it has a huge heart. What a nice experience.

A great movie, one of the best of this year. There was a bit of confusion at one point in the plot, but nothing serious.

A terrific literary drama and character piece that shows how the process of creating art can be seen differently by those doing it and those looking at it from the outside.

It is a whirlwind of delight --- attractive actors, stunning couture, spectacular sets and outrageous parties. It's a feast for the eyes. But what really makes this dramedy work is the acting.

Cannot say enough about this film. Never even knew it existed until it popped up on Netflix and I could not believe a Jack Nicholson film existed that I had not watched at least once. Wife and I watched this at home without interruption and really enjoyed it since we both had recently lost parents, friends and our dog, Scooter. But I never thought a movie could blend such emotion , suspense and action in such a way as "The Crossing Guard". And I admit I am quite a movie snob when it comes to quality movies. Just a great movie all around but you do need to be in the mood for a real actor's movie and not looking for a crash bang thing. I would highly recommend for anyone over 16.

Unhappily divorced jeweler Jack Nicholson (as Freddy Gale) learns the drunk driver held responsible for the death of his daughter has been released from prison. Swearing and shouting, Mr. Nicholson visits his happily re-married wife Anjelica Huston (as Mary) and announces he intends to kill newly free, but guilt-ridden David Morse (as John Booth). Nicholson finds Mr. Morse living in a trailer on his parents' property and aims his gun - but the weapon malfunctions. Nicholson's verbal blue-streak wakes Morse from his sleep. Morse asks for two, but Nicholson gives him three days to live. By then, that gun should be fixed...Morse admits, "It only hurts the first time," when describing his sexual activity in prison, then he hooks up with beautiful Robin Wright (as Jojo). She will hook up with writer/director Sean Penn, behind-the-scenes...Nicholson's Freddy continues to get drunk and pick-up arousing strippers. There is an eye-opening look at topless Pricilla Barnes (as Verna), who holds up well against the younger beauties. After the three days, Nicholson goes to kill Morse again. There is irony in the fact that Nicholson is most likely a drunk driver who wasn't as unlucky as the one who struck down his daughter. This is obvious from the beginning, but it may be intended as a big reveal. There are big, competent names attached to "The Crossing Guard" who are big and competent throughout; yet, you may never completely forget who they are and what you're watching.****** The Crossing Guard (9/10/95) Sean Penn ~ Jack Nicholson, David Morse, Robin Wright, Anjelica Huston

I really don't understand why this movie didn't go further. I'm really missing the point of view of the negative voters and commenters. They all seem so harsh and cold. This movie should be FLOODED with emotional viewers and reviewers! Penn proved his chops as both writer and director here. You don't get these actors doing such a great job without great writing and directing, no matter who they are. You have to get the movie as a vehicle for the last minute of the film. You have to give the movie enough time-rope and attention-rope to let it hang you at the end. This is a punchline movie and you have to be the kind of person who is willing to be punched. You have to not get captured in Freddy's negativity. It's part of the setup. His lifestyle, part of the setup. Booth's flatness of affect, part of the setup. Just sit back, register it, allow yourself to be set up by it. Give it the time the movie deserves And let yourself get sweetly punched and redeemed at the end.I once had a friend who said they Hated Pulp Fiction. Near the end of the pawnshop scene she was cheering "get him, kill him" After, she said she hated it. She got SO involved with the movie and the characterizations that the hated to be so manipulated. She loved the movie, but she didn't know it.

this film was amazing.it's basically a story of loss,revenge,redemption and forgiveness.there are two main characters, for both of whom redemption and forgiveness seem impossible.both have suffered loss,but only one seeks revenge.the movie tells the story of how our main characters get to the point of redemption and forgiveness,and it's not how you'd think.at least it wasn't for me.Jack Nicholson puts in what i would call a career performance here,as does David Morse.Sean Penn wrote the script and directed the movie.he did a masterful job in both areas.it's emotionally very powerful,and i shed some tears in some scenes.the only downside i can think of for this film,is for me,there was a bit too much unnecessary nudity.i realise that there had to be some to give.us an idea of one of the main characters,but i think it went a bit overboard.still the rest of the movie is so well done,that i give it a 10/10